About the Role
At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we’re looking for passionate people to lead our Breakfast & After School Clubs where play, creativity, and connection come together. As a Childcare Setting Manager, you’ll be at the heart of one of our children’s activity clubs, creating safe, exciting, and enriching experiences for children aged 4–11. You’ll lead a small team, build strong relationships with schools and families, and deliver a mix of sports, arts, games, and structured play every single day! This role is split shift, meaning you’ll work mornings and afternoons, with a break in between. You’ll also have the opportunity to increase your hours during Holiday Club seasons and Lunchtime Cover.
Responsibilities
- Greet children each morning and afternoon with fun and energy, kickstarting the day with games, sports, and positive vibes.
- Lead exciting after-school activities like arts & crafts, team challenges, drama, multi-sports, and structured play.
- Plan engaging sessions that are age-appropriate, inclusive, and fun.
- Manage and motivate your team to deliver brilliant care and play experiences.
- Communicate confidently with parents, your team, the host school, and central operations.
- Ensure health & safety, safeguarding, and company procedures are followed with confidence and care.
Requirements
- Must provide two references, one from your most recent employer and the other from a childcare setting (if applicable).
- Must meet safeguarding requirements, including compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education policy.
- Must be eligible for a DBS check.
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Planning
- Team management
- Childcare
Location
- Woodland Road, Norwood, London, SE19 1PA
Work Type
- Split shift
- 52 week contract
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level management
Salary/Compensations
- Up to £13.50 per hour
Benefits
- No weekend work
- Paid training
- Regular CPD opportunities
- Discounts for own children on wraparound care & holiday clubs
- 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support through Health Assured
- Recommend-a-friend rewards
About the Company
- Junior Adventures Group (JAG) creates safe, exciting, and enriching experiences for children aged 4–11 through their Breakfast & After School Clubs and Holiday Clubs.
Equal Opportunity
- This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
