Before And After School Club Interim Manager
4 days ago
Burton-on-Trent
Before & After School Care Club Interim Manager Location: Burton on TrentHours: Term Time Only, Monday-Friday Morning: 7:45am - 9:30am Afternoon: 3:00pm - 6:00pm Start Date: ASAPContract Duration: Up to 1-year, Temporary Contract About the Role Reed are working with a before and after school club based at a Primary School in the Burton on Trent area to recruit an Interim Manager.This on-site provision offers wraparound care for children aged 4-11 and requires a warm, organised, and proactive leader to oversee daily operations and ensure the club continues to run safely, smoothly, and in line with statutory expectations. You will play a key role in creating a positive, engaging environment for pupils while supporting staff, families, and the wider school community. Main Purpose of the Role • Provide a happy, safe, enriching environment where children feel welcomed and supported., • Ensure EYFS learning areas are planned, delivered, and effectively evaluated., • Support the school community by maintaining a warm, inclusive and well-managed provision. Responsibilities: • Lead the day-to-day running of the club, ensuring high-quality play care., • Supervise and deploy staff effectively, including deputies, assistants, and volunteers., • Hold regular team meetings, provide feedback, and conduct appraisals., • Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Ofsted Suitable Person., • Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed and concerns reported promptly., • Maintain up-to-date policies, staff training records, DBS checks, and compliance documentation., • Notify Ofsted of relevant changes and oversee inspections., • Build excellent relationships with parents, carers, school staff, and external agencies., • Provide reports to management committees and attend meetings as required., • Advise families on childcare vouchers and payment options., • Manage intake forms, registers, attendance, incident logs, and food hygiene records., • Assist with fee collection and follow up on outstanding payments., • Maintain accurate financial records in collaboration with the administrator/treasurer., • Respond to surveys and requests from government bodies., • Plan and lead engaging activities promoting independence and learning., • Escort children safely between school and parents/carers., • Set up play environments, following hygiene and safety protocols., • Administer first aid as required. Daily Duties Include • Delivering stimulating, age-appropriate activities, • Providing snacks and refreshments, • Ensuring safety during transitions, • Supervising staff and volunteers, • Maintaining administrative and financial records, • Ensuring a safe, clean, and well-resourced environment, • Following all EYFS and club policies, • Attending relevant training Required Qualifications & Training • NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, Learning & Development (Desirable), • Leadership & Management Training (Desirable), • DSL Level 3 Certificate (Desirable), • CAF Training (Desirable), • Child Protection Officer Training (Desirable), • Safer Recruitment Training (Desirable), • Level 2 Maths & English (Essential), • Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply, • Experience working with children aged 4–11, • Driving License Apply Today If you’re passionate about this opportunity, please apply above and we will be in touch! Enhanced DBS & safeguarding checks required.Reed Education is a Disability Confident & Equal Opportunities employer.