Hours: Monday–Friday
- 7:30am–9:00am (Breakfast Club)
- 2:30pm–6:00pm (After School Club)
- additional non-contact time
Contract: Term time only
Location: Bristol BS7 (across our sites as required)
Please note: applications must be submitted via our application form (see below).
About the Role
We are looking for a confident and experienced Play Manager to lead the day-to-day running of one of our childcare settings.
You will be responsible for delivering a safe, inclusive, and high-quality play environment, leading your team effectively, and ensuring high standards of safeguarding and practice are maintained at all times.
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring strong organisation, clear communication, and the ability to manage a busy and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Site Leadership
- Take overall responsibility for the safe and effective running of the setting
- Lead and direct staff during sessions
- Ensure staffing ratios, deployment, and health & safety requirements are met
- Delegate responsibilities to Deputy Play Managers and maintain accountability
Safeguarding & Child Welfare
- Act promptly on safeguarding concerns and follow procedures
- Ensure active supervision of children at all times
- Support behaviour management and inclusion of all children
Staff Management
- Lead, support, and manage the staff team
- Complete supervisions, appraisals, and probation reviews
- Address performance concerns and support improvement
- Promote a positive and professional team culture
Operational Oversight
- Maintain oversight of all aspects of the session
- Ensure registers, health & safety checks, and records are completed accurately
- Intervene where necessary to maintain standards
Quality of Provision
- Ensure a high-quality, engaging play environment
- Support staff to deliver child-led play opportunities
- Monitor and improve the quality of provision
Parent & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build positive relationships with families
- Manage and respond to parent queries and concerns
- Work collaboratively with schools and partners
About You
- Experience leading or managing a childcare or playwork setting
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
- Confident leading a team and managing staff performance
- Able to make decisions quickly and manage competing priorities
- Strong communication skills with staff, parents, and stakeholders
Relevant childcare/playwork qualification (Level 2 or 3) is desirable, or willingness to work towards one.
Why Work With Us
- Supportive and inclusive team culture
- Opportunities for training and development
- A role where you can make a real difference to children and families
- Clear leadership structure and support from senior management
Safeguarding Commitment
Ashley Down After School Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list, satisfactory references, verification of identity and right to work in the UK, and a full employment history check.
How to Apply
To apply, please visit our website, Ashley Down After School Club to download and complete the application form.
Applications submitted via CV or through Indeed alone will not be considered.
We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
Pay: From £16.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
