via indeed · 27 May 2026 ·10 days ago

Breakfast & After School Club Area Manager (Term Time only)

The Cookie Club Ltd
Hitchin parttime, fulltime
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Hours: 12\.15\-6\.15pm Monday \- Friday (Term Time only)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Area Manager to join our team, helping to provide a fun, safe and engaging environment for children to learn and play. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood development and experience working with children in a play or education setting.

As Area Manager, you will lead teams to help ensure clubs are offering high quality, fun play environments that follow EYFS \& welfare requirements.

You will oversee five Breakfast \& After School Clubs across Hitchin, supporting teams to facilitate play activities, support children's development, and ensure their well\-being during their time with us. You will work closely with the teams to manage the smooth day to day running of our Breakfast \& After School Clubs.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children through play and education, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Club Manager.

Responsibilities

· Ensure individual children’s needs are met, including supporting the team, children and families with SEND / behaviour management / any additional needs.

· Manage the settings in a way that promotes positive outcomes for children and families, offering children regular praise and encouragement for their individual development and achievements.

· Support the teams to ensure the club is compliant with regulatory guidelines and legislation (eg Ofsted).

· Oversee the completion of daily session tasks to ensure all safeguarding, health \& safety and admin procedures are being followed and reviewed.

· Coordinate staff rota’s, sickness and holidays to ensure staff:child ratios are maintained at all times and be available to support teams throughout all sessions.

· Plan and deliver fun, exciting activities with teams that engage the children, based on developmental levels and current interests.

· Build strong working relationships with teams and management to ensure good communication, support and consistency.

· Provide support to Playworkers, oversee induction \& training for the team, ensuring they are supported and confident in their roles.

· Review club progression within the team and keep Management updated.

Pay: £14\.75\-£15\.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Free parking
Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

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