Junior Adventures Group
Childcare Club Manager - Crawley - Maternity contract
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Childcare Club Manager - Crawley - Maternity contract
Childcare Setting Manager – Pound Hill Primary School, Crawley
Location Pound Hill Primary School, Crawley, RH10 7EB
Hours 30 hours per week Monday to Friday: 7am–9am and 2.30pm–6:00pm (split shift)
Pay £15.55 per hour
Contract 1-year maternity contract
About the Role
Make a difference. Lead the fun. Love your job.
At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we’re seeking passionate individuals to lead our Breakfast & After School Clubs (and Holiday Clubs too!)—where play, creativity, and connection come first.
As a Childcare Setting Manager, you’ll shape safe, thrilling, and rewarding experiences for children aged 4–11 while leading a small team, fostering partnerships with schools and families, and delivering engaging activities daily. This role could be your launchpad into childcare management!
This is a split-shift job, giving you time between shifts to study, pursue hobbies, spend time with family, or even a well-earned nap! You’ll also have the chance to increase your hours during Holiday Club seasons and Lunchtime Cover.
Key Responsibilities
Keeping Top Spirits High
- Greet children energetically each morning and afternoon, setting the tone for a fun-filled start.
- Lead dinosaurs-hot after-school sessions:
- Arts & crafts
- Team challenges
- Drama
- Multi-sports
- Structured play
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Sparking Curiosity & Joy
- Plan age-appropriate, inclusive sessions—keeping fun at the heart of everything!
Team Leadership
- Mentor and manage your team to deliver outstanding care and activities.
Engaging Stakeholders
- Communicate confidently with parents, staff, the host school, and JAG’s central team.
Ensuring Safety & Compliance
- Uphold health & safety, safeguarding, and JAG company policies.
The Perks of Being Part of JAG
✅ No weekend work—because weekends are for families! ✅ Paid training & regular CPD (Continuing Professional Development) ✅ Discounts for your own children in wraparound care and holiday clubs ✅ 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support via Health Assured ✅ Recommend-a-friend rewards—earn benefits while spreading the joy! ✅ Join a vibrant, supportive team with a shared mission to make a difference
Who Are We Looking For?
Ideal candidates come from a range of backgrounds, including:
- Sports Coaches
- Teaching Assistants (TA)
- Playworkers
- Drama/Dance Instructors
- NCS Leaders
- Scout Leaders
- Nursery Managers
- Parents hoping to shift careers into childcare
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Must-Have Attributes
- Natural leader: confident, caring, and creative
- Exceptional communicator: thrives on building strong relationships
- Organised planner: adept at managing teams and activities
- Passion for children: their joy and growth fuel your motivation
Safeguarding Requirements
⚠️ Essential Compliance: This role adheres to the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) policy and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders (ROA) 1974 rules. You must provide two references: one from your most recent employer, and one from a childcare setting (if applicable).
🔍 A DBS check will be conducted on your behalf—ensure you have the necessary documentation prepared.
For further guidance, visit: KCSIE Safeguarding Recruitment Standards
Ready to Lead the Fun?
If you’re eager to spread joy, build strong teams, and give every child an exceptional experience, JAG wants you!
📩 Apply today and be part of a mission-driven team.
🎥 Discover more about our vision: Learn About JAG
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