Are you passionate about high-quality play and care for children?

Do you have the skills to lead a dynamic team and create a welcoming, inclusive environment?

Gorse Covert Primary School is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Wraparound Care After School Club Manager to lead our after school provision.

We are seeking a confident and creative individual to lead our growing wraparound care provision. As After School Club Manager, you will take responsibility for planning and delivering a rich programme of engaging indoor and outdoor activities, including opportunities for risky play in line with OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) principles.

You’ll lead a small team of Playworkers to ensure a safe, caring, and inspiring environment for all children, fostering independence, creativity, and fun.

What We’re Looking For:

• Willingness to complete a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Playwork or equivalent
• Experience working with children aged 4–11, including team leadership
• A passion for outdoor play and child-led learning
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management
• Confidence in planning and preparing healthy, light meals and snacks in line with food hygiene
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• A warm, enthusiastic, and proactive approach to supporting children’s wellbeing

We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly school community
• A strong commitment to play and child development
• Opportunities for further training and development (including OPAL)
• A chance to make a lasting impact on children’s experience of school

Application packs are available from the school website or by contacting the school office at office@gorsecovert.co.uk / 01925 825 070.

Please submit your completed application form and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role to: office@gorsecovert.co.uk

Gorse Covert Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Key Dates

Closing date for Applications: Thursday 4 July 2025

Interviews: Monday 8 July 2025

Start date: Monday 1 September 2025

Key Info

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Hours: 3:15–6:00pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: Grade 4, SCP 6-7 (£25,183-£25,584), pro-rata, term time only