Club Manager - Shefford Lower School

Junior Adventures Group; Shefford; Sur place; GBP 13 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid training

CPD opportunities

Family discounts

Wellbeing support

Résumé du poste

Junior Adventures Group (JAG) is seeking a Childcare Setting Manager to lead our Breakfast & After School Clubs at Shefford Lower School in Bedfordshire. The role is term-time only, 23.75 hours per week (7.30am-9.00am and 2.45pm-6.00pm, Monday to Friday).

Pay is £14.00 per hour, with responsibilities including leading a small team, building strong school and family relationships, and delivering sports, arts, and structured play.

Qualifications

• Natural leaders who are confident, caring, and creative.
• Great communicators who love building relationships.
• Organised planners who can manage teams and activities.
• People who genuinely love working with children.

Responsabilités

• Greet children each morning and afternoon with energy and create engaging sessions.
• Lead after-school activities such as arts, crafts, drama, and sports.
• Plan age-appropriate, inclusive, and fun sessions.
• Motivate and manage your team to deliver quality care and play experiences.
• Communicate confidently with parents, host school, and central operations.
• Ensure health, safeguarding and company procedures are followed.

Description du poste

Make a difference. Lead the fun. Love your job.
Do you love working with children and want to turn your energy and leadership skills into something truly meaningful? At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we’re looking for passionate people to lead our Breakfast & After School Clubs (and Holiday Clubs too!) where play, creativity, and connection come together.

Job Description

Location:Shefford Lower School, Shefford, Bedfordshire
Hours:23.75hours per week (7.30am-9.00am and 2.45pm-6.00pm Monday to Friday term time only)
Pay:£14.00per hour
Contract: Term time only

As a Childcare Setting Manager, you’ll be at the heart of one of our children’s activity clubs, creating safe, exciting, and enriching experiences for children aged 4–11. You’ll lead a small team, build strong relationships with schools and families, and deliver a mix of sports, arts, games, and structured play every single day!
This could be a great first step into management.

This role is split shift, meaning you’ll work mornings and afternoons, with a break in between (great for studying, hobbies, family, or even a nap!). You’ll also have the opportunity to increase your hours during Holiday Club seasons and Lunchtime Cover.

What you’ll do day-to-day:

• Greet children each morning and afternoon with fun and energy, kickstarting the day with games, sports, and positive vibes.
• Lead exciting after-school activities like arts & crafts, team challenges, drama, multi-sports, and structured play.
• Plan engaging sessions that are age-appropriate, inclusive, and (most importantly) fun!
• Manage and motivate your team to deliver brilliant care and play experiences.
• Communicate confidently with parents, your team, the host school, and central operations.
• Ensure health & safety, safeguarding, and company procedures are followed with confidence and care.

What’s in it for you?

• Paid training and regular CPD opportunities.
• Discounts for your own little ones on wraparound care & holiday clubs.
• 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support through Health Assured.
• Recommend-a-friend rewards.
• Join a fun, friendly team with a shared passion for making a difference!

What we’re looking for:

You may have worked as a Sports Coach, Teaching Assistant (TA), Playworker, Drama/Dance Instructor, NCS Leader, Scout Leader, Nursery Manager, SEN Support, Dinner Lady, Student, or even as a parent wanting a new career in childcare.

• Natural leaders who are confident, caring, and creative.
• Great communicators who love building relationships.
• Organised planners who can manage teams and activities.
• People who genuinely love working with children.

Additional Information

We’re JAG — and we believe every child deserves to feel safe, inspired, and full of joy!

Every day, our passionate teams across the UK make areal impactin children's lives. If you're ready to help kidslearn, grow, and have fun, we'd love to meet you.

Please note: This role requires compliance with theKeeping Children Safe in Educationpolicy and is exempt from theRehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. You must provide two references, one from your most recent employer and the other from a childcare setting (if applicable). We will conduct a DBS check on your behalf, so please prepare the correct documentation. You must meet these requirements to be eligible for the hiring process.
For more information, please refer to the KCSIE link below.
https://www.keepingchildrensafeineducation.co.uk/part_three_safe_recruit.html#recruit

Safeguarding

We’re committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children in our care. All roles require an Enhanced DBS check,Children's Barred List Check,and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment is subject to satisfactory DBS and suitability checks. As part of our safeguarding and due diligence procedures, online searches may be undertaken in relation to shortlisted candidates.

For more information, please refer to the KCSIE link below.
https://www.keepingchildrensafeineducation.co.uk/part_three_safe_recruit.html#recruit

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