Morning & Afterschool Club Manager

South East/ contract / £13.69 - 20.00 per hour

Teacher Active are looking for an experienced and confident Club Manager to lead the day-to-day running of a busy and welcoming wraparound childcare setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about play, safeguarding, and high-quality childcare to take ownership of a well-established club.

As Club Manager, you will take full responsibility for the daily operation of the setting, ensuring children receive outstanding, inclusive and engaging play experiences within a safe and nurturing environment.

You will lead and support a team of deputies, play workers, escorts and volunteers, ensuring everyone works in line with policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements. You will also build strong partnerships with parents, schools and external agencies.

• Oversee the daily management of the club, including opening and closing the setting
• Lead and motivate the staff team, delegating tasks and monitoring performance
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times
• Maintain a safe, secure and stimulating environment for children aged 4–11
• Manage registers, records and general administrative duties
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers, schools and outside agencies
• Ensure compliance with EYFS (where applicable), safeguarding, health & safety and food standards guidance
• Support children’s individual needs, including SEND and emotional wellbeing
• Manage behaviour in line with company policy
• Oversee snack provision, resources and budget spending in line with company procedures
• Conduct staff supervisions, inductions, appraisals and team meetings
• Monitor risk assessments, fire drills, lockdown procedures and medication administration
• Promote the club within the local community and support open evenings/events

• Holds a relevant Level 3 (or above) childcare qualification
• Has experience working with children aged 4–11 years
• Has previous supervisory or management experience within a childcare or play setting
• Demonstrates strong leadership and organisational skills
• Has a sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Has good knowledge of the EYFS and play-based learning
• Is confident communicating with parents, staff and external professionals
• Can work independently, using initiative and sound judgement
• At least 2 years’ experience in a childcare environment
• Paediatric First Aid (12‑hour)
• Safeguarding training
• Experience managing budgets and administrative systems
• Full UK driving licence

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer.