Breakfast & After School Club Manager - Guildford GU2

Lead the fun. Inspire children. Love what you do. Are you a passionate childcare professional who enjoys leading a team and creating unforgettable experiences for children? At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we're looking for an enthusiastic Breakfast & After School Club Manager to lead our thriving wraparound care provision at St Nicolas' C of E Infant School in Guildford. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a busy and rewarding club where every day brings new adventures. You'll lead a small, dedicated team, build strong relationships with children, parents and the school, and create a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment where children aged 4–11 can play, learn and thrive before and after the school day.

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operation of the Breakfast & After School Club; Plan and deliver exciting, inclusive and engaging activities for children aged 4–11; Create a safe, happy and welcoming environment where every child feels valued; Lead, motivate and support your team to deliver outstanding childcare; Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers, school staff and colleagues; Manage registers, planning and day-to-day club administration; Promote positive behaviour, confidence and independence; Ensure safeguarding, health & safety and company policies are followed at all times

Requirements

Passionate about working with children; Confident and supportive leader who enjoys motivating others; Organised, reliable and able to manage a busy club environment; Excellent communicator who builds positive relationships; Creative, energetic and full of enthusiasm; Committed to delivering exceptional childcare experiences; Experience within childcare and management; Enhanced DBS check and Children's Barred List Check; Complete application form as part of safer recruitment process (CVs alone will not be accepted); Provide two references including most recent employer; Provide appropriate documentation for pre-employment vetting

Nice to have

Experience in childcare, education, playwork, sports coaching, youth work or a similar environment would be advantageous; Experience as a Playworker, Sports Coach, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Holiday Club Leader, Youth Worker or Children's Activity Leader

Benefits

Permanent Term Time Only contract (39 weeks per year); Family-friendly hours with no weekend working; Paid training and ongoing professional development; Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured; Discounted wraparound care and Holiday Clubs (where applicable); Refer-a-Friend reward scheme; A fun, supportive and welcoming team; Excellent opportunities to progress your career with Junior Adventures Group; Opportunities to increase hours by working in Holiday Clubs and Lunchtime Clubs, if desired