Extended Services Club Manager (EXS040BC)

Fossebrook Primary School; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym discounts

Eyecare vouchers

Dental support

Retail discounts

Annual incremental pay increases

Job summary

Fossebrook Primary School in Leicester Forest East is seeking an Extended Services Club Manager to lead afterschool, breakfast club and WAC provision. The role focuses on creating a safe, engaging environment for children and providing inspirational leadership for a dedicated team.

The candidate will manage resources, monitor budgets, and collaborate with parents while supporting physical activity, inclusion, and development across age groups in a welcoming school setting.

Qualifications

• NVQ3 or equivalent in Childcare.
• Experience of working with children.
• Knowledge of working within the education and meeting the requirements relating to Ofsted Inspection.
• Experience of managing a budget.
• Ability to lead a team of adults.

Responsibilities

• To fulfil the expectations of practice as set out in the Discovery Wrap Around Care Framework in all areas.
• To prepare, maintain and monitor a safe and secure environment for the children; to monitor resources and ensure adequate stock in an appropriate condition.
• To maintain a duty of care for all children attending the WAC provision.
• To liaise with parents and carers to ensure that the welfare, cultural and development needs of individual children are met and to encourage parent and carer support.
• To develop inclusion by facilitating participation, building confidence and self-esteem, promoting independence, and supporting children to reach their full potential.

Skills

Budget management

Staff management

Assessment procedures

Experience with children

Leadership

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent in Childcare

Job description

Extended Services Club Manager

Fossebrook Primary School

Salary: Grade 7 Pay Point 11-14 (£26,832 - £28,146 per annum, approximate starting salary of £20,164.58)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time only + Inset days)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Split shifts: Monday to Friday 07:00 - 10:00 and 14:45 - 18:15

About the Role

Fossebrook Primary School are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Extended Services Club Manager. The successful candidate will be committed to providing inspirational and motivational environment for children afterschool/Breakfast club/WAC provision. First and foremost, we are seeking an inspiring, committed leader and team player.

We will provide opportunities for our children to play, explore and learn, recognising their fundamental need to be physically active, to be cared for and to be nurtured according to the individual child’s needs.

You will provide a safe and secure environment for the children in your care to explore, grow and have FUN!

Why Choose Fossebrook Primary School?

Fossebrook is a brand-new school in Leicester Forest East. The school has grown year on year as we welcomed new children into EYFS. We now have year groups EYFS through to Y6 and the school is built to cater for 210 pupils.

We greatly value parents and families as key to children’s success in education and are particularly keen to involve you in your child’s learning, by letting parents know what is happening in class, and supporting you to be able to help your child.

Our ethos is firmly rooted in our belief in providing the best opportunities for all of our pupils and Fossebrook is:

• A place of discovery and wonder, full of happy, inquisitive children, who love learning and who are determined to do their best and try new things.
• A place where we pursue high academic standards but also provide a well-balanced education, where children are given an opportunity to discover talents across the whole curriculum including in technology, The Arts, PE & Sport.
• A place where aspiration is key: every child will be encouraged and given their chance to shine regardless of ability or circumstances. Mistakes are welcomed as opportunities for new learning and understanding.
• A place where learning is for all: our parents and community are welcome as our key learning partners in enabling children and families to flourish.

Our Achievements to date

• Rated Ofsted ‘Good’ September 2023
• Trust Quality Assurance Visit in June 2023 - Good in most areas
• 360 Safe online safety award 2022 to 2025
• Microsoft Showcase School 2023/2024
• Part of the HBSSPAN Sports Collaborative
• Saturday Clubs for the Trust - Esports, Music and Dance

“Pupils are confident and happy in the school because they know that they are valued and cared for well. Pupils who spoke with inspectors said that they feel safe in the school. They appreciate the ways in which their teachers have made it easy for them to share their worries or concerns.”- OFSTED

Key Responsibilities

• To fulfil the expectations of practice as set out in the Discovery Wrap Around Care Framework in all areas. Positive Relationships, Enabling Environments, Healthy Minds and Bodies, Safe Systems.
• To prepare, maintain and monitor a safe and secure environment for the children; to monitor resources and ensure adequate stock in an appropriate condition.
• To maintain a duty of care for all children attending the WAC provision.
• To liaise with parents and carers to ensure that the welfare, cultural and development needs of individual children are met and to encourage parent and carer support.
• To develop inclusion by:
  • facilitating participation;
  • helping to build confidence and self-esteem;
  • promoting a sense of independence;
  • encouraging and supporting children to reach their full potential.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• NVQ3 or equivalent in Childcare.

Experience:

• Experience of working with children.
• Knowledge of working within the education and meeting the requirements relating to Ofsted Inspection.
• Experience of managing a budget
• Ability to lead a team of adults.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of assessment procedures and record keeping.
• Experience of working with children of a relevant age.
• Experience of budget management
• Experience of staff management
• Ability to provide a safe environment, ensuring that the needs of the young people are met at all times
• Ability to form trusting relationships with young people and adults

Why Join Us?

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact [e-mail] for support.

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team.
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
• Free childcare.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact [e-mail] for support.

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.