Wraparound Care Manager

Tradewind Recruitment; Salford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment in Salford is seeking a Wraparound Care Manager to support the leadership and day-to-day operation of our Breakfast and After-School Clubs at a local primary school.

The successful candidate will oversee club operations, ensure a safe, engaging environment, and work closely with the current manager to provide high standards of care for children before and after school.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with primary-aged children.
• Experience in wraparound care, schools, nurseries or similar settings.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Reliable, proactive and able to take initiative.
• Understanding safeguarding and high-quality childcare.

Responsibilities

• Support the Wraparound Care Manager with day-to-day running of Breakfast and After-School Clubs.
• Help provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for all children.
• Support and supervise wraparound care staff.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents/carers and school staff.
• Assist with planning and delivering engaging activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and high standards of care.
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed.
• Support the manager with smooth organisation of the provision.
• Contribute to maintaining a welcoming environment for children before and after school.

Skills

Level 3 childcare qualification

Experience with primary-aged children

Wraparound care experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Reliability

Initiative

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent

Job description

Wraparound Care Manager

Location: Salford

Hours: Breakfast Club 7:00am-9:00am & After-School Club 3:00pm-6:00pm

Contract: Starting ASAP

Are you an experienced childcare or wraparound care professional looking for your next opportunity within a welcoming primary school? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Wraparound Care Manager to join a primary school in Salford, supporting the existing manager in the successful leadership and day-to-day running of the school's Breakfast and After-School Clubs. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about providing high-quality care and creating a safe, fun and engaging environment for children.

The Role

As Wraparound Care Manager, you will work closely with the existing manager to support the effective running of the school's wraparound provision. You will help oversee the day-to-day operation of the Breakfast and After-School Clubs, ensuring children receive excellent care and have a positive experience before and after the school day.

The provision runs:
Breakfast Club: 7:00am - 9:00am
After-School Club: 3:00pm - 6:00pm

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting staff, maintaining high standards of safeguarding and ensuring the provision operates smoothly and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Wraparound Care Manager with the day-to-day running of the Breakfast and After-School Clubs
• Help provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for all children
• Support and supervise wraparound care staff
• Build positive relationships with children, parents/carers and school staff
• Assist with planning and delivering engaging activities
• Promote positive behaviour and high standards of care
• Ensure safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed at all times
• Support the manager with the smooth organisation of the provision
• Contribute to maintaining a welcoming and positive environment for children before and after school

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent, or above
• Has experience working with primary-aged children
• Has previous experience within wraparound care, childcare, schools, nurseries or a similar setting
• Has strong communication and organisational skills
• Is reliable, proactive and able to take initiative
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and providing high-quality childcare

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who is looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in supporting the leadership of an established wraparound provision. If you are passionate about working with children and have the experience and qualifications required, we would love to hear from you.