Company Description
Junior Adventures Group UK
Job Description
EYFS Breakfast & After School Club Manager (Maternity Cover)
Location: St Helen's Primary School, Eastbury Road, Northwood, HA6 3AS
Salary: £14.50 per hour
Start Date: 7th September 2026
Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover until July 2027 (or upon the return of the post holder, whichever is sooner)
Hours: 20 hours per week in service, plus an additional 3.75 hours paid administration time each week.
Are you an experienced Early Years professional ready to lead a fun, nurturing and inspiring wraparound club?
We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Breakfast & After School Club Manager to join our friendly team in Northwood, HA6.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced childcare professional to lead our well-established wraparound care provision, creating a safe, happy and engaging environment where children can play, learn and thrive before and after the school day.
Full & Relevant Level 3 Early Years Educator Qualification (EYFS) – Essential
Please note: Applications will only be considered from candidates who hold a Full & Relevant Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification recognised for working within the EYFS in England. Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning or Teaching Assistant qualifications do not meet the essential criteria for this role.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
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Breakfast Club: 7.30am – 8.30am
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After School Club: 3.00pm – 6.00pm
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Plus 3.75 hours paid administration time each week for planning, paperwork and organisation.
About the Role
As Club Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of our Breakfast & After School Club, ensuring children receive outstanding care in a warm, stimulating and inclusive environment.
You will lead a small team, plan engaging activities, build strong relationships with children, families and the school, and ensure the club operates to the highest standards of care, safeguarding and professionalism.
About You
The successful candidate will:
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Hold a Full & Relevant Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification (essential).
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Have experience working with children in an Early Years or childcare setting.
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Have previous supervisory or management experience (desirable).
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Have a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), safeguarding and child development.
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Be confident leading and motivating a team.
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Be organised, reliable and able to work independently.
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Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Be passionate about providing exceptional childcare experiences for children.
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Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the daily operation of the Breakfast & After School Club.
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Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children.
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Plan and deliver fun, creative and engaging activities.
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Ensure children's safety, wellbeing and safeguarding at all times.
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Supervise, support and inspire club staff.
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Build positive relationships with children, parents, carers and school staff.
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Complete planning, registers, administration and other club documentation.
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Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety and all relevant policies and procedures.
What We Offer
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Competitive pay of £14.50 per hour.
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3.75 hours paid administration time each week.
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A supportive, friendly and welcoming team.
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The opportunity to lead a well-established wraparound care provision.
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Ongoing support throughout your maternity cover contract.
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The chance to make a genuine difference to children's daily experiences.
If you're a caring, enthusiastic and organised Early Years professional who enjoys inspiring children and leading a team, we'd love to hear from you.
Safeguarding
This role is subject to safeguarding requirements in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Applicants must:
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Complete our application form as part of our safer recruitment process (CVs alone will not be accepted)
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Provide two references (including most recent employer)
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Undergo an enhanced DBS check
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Provide appropriate documentation for vetting
For more information:
Keeping Children Safe in Education
#JAGH
