Wraparound Care Lead

Premier Education; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Premier Education in Ipswich is seeking a Part Time Wraparound Care Lead to deliver safe, engaging care for children aged 4–11 across our after-school sessions. You will oversee daily operations, coordinate activity planning, and ensure high standards of child-centred care in line with EYFS guidelines.

As a leader, you’ll supervise playworkers and volunteers, support onboarding, liaise with schools and parents, and contribute to safeguarding readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing or supervising staff in childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of EYFS guidelines and best practices.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate and inclusive play activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall setting operations and safeguarding of all children.
• Coordinate school pickups and safe handovers to parents/carers.
• Lead on activity planning and behaviour management.
• Supervise staff, volunteers and new hires; onboard effectively.
• Ensure OFSTED readiness and maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Staff supervision

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

Department: PSCS Operations

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Ipswich

Reporting To: Laura Phillips

Compensation: £13.00 / hour

Description

As a Wraparound Care Lead at Premier Education, you’ll take the lead in delivering safe, engaging, and high-quality wraparound care for children aged 4–11. You’ll create a welcoming and stimulating environment where children can thrive, while ensuring every session runs smoothly and reflects our commitment to child-centred care.

You’ll be responsible for upholding safeguarding standards, following club policies and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines, and supporting the well-being of every child. You’ll also oversee daily operations, liaise with schools and parents, and lead on activity planning and behaviour management, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all.

In this leadership role, you’ll supervise and support playworkers, volunteers, and new staff, helping to manage team deployment, deliver effective onboarding, and maintain a professional, collaborative culture. You’ll also contribute to Ofsted readiness and play a key role in staff development and setting improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the overall management of the setting including safeguarding of all children in your care
• Provide comprehensive care for the children including collecting them from school and delivering them safely to parents/carers
• Provide age-appropriate personal or intimate care where necessary, following Premier Education’s safeguarding and care policies.
• Review all safeguarding concerns logged by the team and take the appropriate action including escalating as appropriate.
• Provide refreshments, ensuring hygiene and health and safety standards are met.
• Administer first aid when necessary and ensure prompt reporting and logging of all first aid incidents on site and that records are stored in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure that the setting is ready to open at the appropriate time by supporting the setup of play spaces, including moving furniture and play equipment.
• Lead the delivery of engaging, high-quality activities and care to ensure a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children.
• Ensure that OFSTED framework/compliance certificates are displayed and play a lead role in inspections.
• Manage weekly activities, menus, and communications with parents and school.
• Conduct regular equipment stock takes to maintain standards and order ingredients for daily ‘healthy snacks’ for children.
• Manage effective communication with stakeholders, including parents, schools, and staff.
• Maintain accurate daily registers on site.
• Ensure the club’s policies and EYFS guidelines are being followed to maintain high standards of care.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Experience in managing or supervising staff in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of EYFS guidelines and best practices.
• Knowledge of age appropriate and inclusive play activities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and well-being of children and young people
• Paediatric First Aid, Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Lead training and Enhanced DBS certificates (or willingness to complete upon appointment)

Desirable

• Level 2/3 qualification in Childcare, Playwork or equivalent.