Play Club Leader

Sunnydays; Maryland; On-site; USD 34,558 - 42,237; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization in Maryland is seeking an enthusiastic Play Club Leader to oversee engaging activities for school-aged children. You'll ensure a safe and fun environment while leading a dedicated team and maintaining high standards of care. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification and at least two years of experience in a similar role. Flexibility with hours and a commitment to safeguarding are essential. Competitive salary based on full-time hours.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ post-qualifying experience.
• Enhanced DBS clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily running of your room ensuring high standards are met.
• Guide and support your team to develop.
• Plan age-appropriate experiences and track children's progress.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming room.

Skills

Confident knowledge of safeguarding

Flexibility to work a rota

Positive, friendly and approachable

Open to learning and resilient

Education

Level 3 qualification in early years

Job description

Salary: £29,432per year – based on full-time hours

Locations: Dorchester

Hours: Full-time or Holiday-time only

About the role

We’re looking for a confident, caring and enthusiastic Play Club Leader to join our team at Sunny Days.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate activities for school-aged children, ensuring they’re safe, supported and having fun – both during term-time and in the school holidays.

During term time, you’ll run our before and after-school sessions, helping children start and end their day with energy and positivity. This includes school drop-offs between 8am–9am and collections back to the nursery between 3pm–6pm. The hours in between can be spent working within one of our nursery rooms, supporting younger age groups and sharing your skills across the team.

If you’d prefer to work full-time hours in the holidays only, that’s fine too – we’re happy to offer flexibility for the right person.

You’ll be supported every step of the way by our friendly leadership team, clear policies, and well-resourced setting – so you can focus on what you do best: helping children thrive.

What we’re looking for

We look for people who share our core values:

SMILE – positive, friendly and approachable
STRIVE – open to learning, resilient, high expectations
SAFE – committed to safeguarding and wellbeing

Knowledge & Experience

• A full and relevant Level 3 qualification (minimum)
• At least 2 years’ post-qualifying experience
• Confident knowledge of safeguarding and EYFS
• Flexibility to work a rota between 7am–6pm, Mon–Fri (and beyond 6pm in emergencies)
• Enhanced DBS clearance

What you’ll be doing

As Play Club Leader your days will be varied and rewarding. You’ll:

• Lead the daily running of your room, making sure routines, activities and learning opportunities meet EYFS requirements and Sunny Days’ high standards.
• Guide and support your team – ensuring everyone knows their role, feels valued, and has the mentoring or coaching they need to develop.
• Plan engaging, age-appropriate experiences and keep clear records of children’s learning and progress.
• Be a key person for a small group of children, building strong relationships with them and their families.
• Work closely with parents and, where needed, outside agencies to support children’s wellbeing and development.
• Keep the room safe, clean and welcoming, with toys and resources ready for curious hands.
• Ensure ratios, policies and safeguarding requirements are met at all times.
• Take part in reviews, training and professional development, and encourage your team to do the same.

Apply online and one of our friendly team will be in touch for an informal chat. We can even arrange your very own Nursery Tour!