Extended Schools Lead

LSC; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

30 days holiday including public ukhol

Free childcare for dependants

Friends and Family Discount

Job summary

LSC in Manchester is seeking a Regional Extended Schools Lead to run Ofsted-registered breakfast clubs, after-school clubs and holiday programmes across the Manchester region.

You will lead teams, maintain high standards, develop new programmes and build school partnerships while delivering outstanding experiences for children and families.

This is a full-time leadership role offering an attractive salary, ongoing training and the chance to shape extended schools provision.

Qualifications

• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge and experience of LSC extended schools services.
• A passionate and positive attitude towards supporting and motivating teams.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end operations of Ofsted-registered breakfast clubs, after-school clubs and holiday programmes across the Manchester region.
• Maintain high standards, support teams, develop new programmes and ensure outstanding experiences for children and families.
• Organise resources, training materials and equipment for each setting.
• Plan and deliver engaging staff training and contribute to curriculum development.
• Support marketing activities and local engagement; collaborate with central support teams.
• Build relationships and share content across local networks and groups; drive quality and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Organisation

Communication

Team motivation

Driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead, Inspire & Grow – Join LSC as a Regional Extended Schools Lead!

Passionate about childcare, education and creating outstanding experiences for children? Looking for your next leadership opportunity?

At LSC, we’re looking for an organised, motivated and ambitious Regional Extended Schools Lead to support the growth and delivery of our breakfast clubs, after-school clubs and school holiday programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading teams and wants to make a real impact across multiple school settings.

Regional Extended Schools Lead

Salary: £32,000–£35,000

Location: Manchester

Hours: Full time

Why Join LSC?

At LSC, we believe every child deserves access to safe, engaging and high-quality experiences beyond the classroom.

Our extended schools teams deliver exciting breakfast clubs, after-school activities and holiday programmes that help children develop confidence, creativity and new skills.

When you join LSC, you’ll become part of a growing organisation where you’ll have the opportunity to lead, develop and shape the future of our extended schools provision.

The Role:

As a Regional Extended Schools Lead, you will lead the end-to-end operations of our Ofsted-registered breakfast clubs, after-school clubs and holiday programmes across our Manchester region.

You will be responsible for maintaining high standards, supporting teams, developing new programmes and ensuring every setting delivers outstanding experiences for children and families.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Lead the launch and successful handover of new settings.
• Support the growth and development of new and existing school partnerships.
• Organise resources, folders and equipment for each setting.
• Plan and deliver engaging staff training.
• Contribute to the development of course curriculum and programme content.
• Support marketing activity, including leaflet drops, assemblies and local engagement.
• Work with central support teams on customer feedback, recruitment and engagement.
• Build relationships and share content across local networks and groups.
• Drive quality, standards and compliance across all settings in your region.
• Manage team communication channels, including Teams and WhatsApp groups.

We’d Love To Meet Someone Who Has…

We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive and passionate about delivering excellent childcare experiences.

Essential

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge and experience of LSC extended schools services.
• A passionate and positive attitude towards supporting and motivating teams.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle.

Desirable

• Previous operations management experience.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Our Values:

• Play as a Team
• Own It!
• Strive to Improve, Everywhere
• Be a Role Model
• Bring the Passion
• Create Memorable Experiences

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive salary of £32,000-£35,000.
• The opportunity to take the next step in your leadership and operations career.
• Ongoing training and professional support.
• 30 days holiday including public holidays.
• Free childcare for dependants, including access to our holiday clubs.
• Friends and Family Discount.

Ready To Lead The Future Of Extended Schools With LSC?

If you’re passionate about childcare, enjoy developing teams and want to play a key role in creating outstanding experiences for children across multiple settings, we’d love to hear from you.