OUT OF HOURS CLUB MANAGER

Lancashire County Council; Walton-le-Dale; Sur place; GBP 23 000 - 32 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Linden Stay & Play Club at Lostock Hall Community Primary School invites applications for the role of Out of School Club Manager. The role leads a friendly team to create a safe, engaging after-school and before-school space, fostering confidence and social skills in children aged 3–11.

The successful candidate will be caring, reliable and able to work both independently and with colleagues, with safeguarding knowledge and ICT skills. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Relevant Child Care qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience of working with or caring for children aged 3–11
• Experience of undertaking administrative tasks

Responsabilités

• Manage the after-school club and ensure a safe, engaging environment for children.
• Keep accurate records and coordinate with school staff.
• Assist with safeguarding and policy compliance as required

Connaissances

Handling children and care

Administrative tasks

Managing staff

Formation

Relevant Child Care qualification

Outils

Word

Excel

Description du poste

Location Linden Stay and Play, PR5 5AS (418 on roll)
Linden Drive
Tel: [phone]
School website: www.lostockhallcps.co.uk Summary Linden Stay & Play Club provides high-quality wraparound care at Lostock Hall Community Primary School, and we are excited to invite applications for the role of Out of School Club Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and enthusiastic team within a thriving school community where children are encouraged to feel happy, safe and confident.

Our club offers a welcoming and relaxed environment where children can start their day positively or unwind after school through a range of engaging play activities. We are passionate about helping children develop confidence, independence, self-esteem and positive friendships while ensuring they feel valued and supported.

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and is enthusiastic about making a positive difference to their day. The successful candidate will be friendly, approachable and motivated, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

If you are caring, reliable and passionate about supporting children in a fun and nurturing environment, we would love to hear from you. This is a rewarding opportunity to become part of a dedicated team that takes pride in creating a happy and engaging space for children to learn, play and thrive.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Essential Qualifications

• Relevant Child Care qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age (3-11)
• Experience of undertaking administrative tasks

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience of managing staff

Essential Experience

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to keep records and undertake necessary administration and manage resources
• Good communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Basic knowledge of First Aid
• Ability to make effective use of ICT (e.g Word,Excel)
• Flexible attitude to work
• Knowledge of safeguarding requirements
• Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage

Desirable Experience

• DSL experience

Proposed Interview Date: 19/11/2026

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).

If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice.

You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.

Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.