Job Description

Are you passionate about creating fun, safe, and nurturing environments for children after school?

Do you want a part-time role that fits around your family or lifestyle, while making a real difference?

Activ8 is looking for a Wraparound Settings Manager and Play Leader

to join our growing team at Southfield Primary School. You'll help lead and deliver our high-quality after-school provision - focused on play, creativity, and connection.

About the Role

As Settings Manager, you'll take the lead on:

Creating a welcoming and engaging after-school environment Leading fun, age-appropriate activities across different themes Safeguarding children's wellbeing and promoting positive behaviour Overseeing day-to-day running of the setting Liaising with families, school staff, and the wider Activ8 team Ensuring health & safety and food hygiene protocols are followed Keeping accurate records and upholding high standards

This is a term-time only, part-time role - ideal for someone looking for consistent afternoon work that fits around other daytime commitments.

What We're Looking For

Experience working with children

, ideally in a school or childcare setting A warm, positive, and proactive attitude Good safeguarding knowledge (Level 2 or above preferred) Strong communication skills Confidence leading both children and staff A relevant Level 3 childcare qualification (preferred) A team player who thrives in a caring, child-centred environment

What You'll Get

FREE childcare at our wraparound and camp settings Flexibility to suit your lifestyle Uniform provided Access to quality training and CPD A supportive team that puts people first

The Process

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview on

Monday 4th or Tuesday 5th August

. Time slots will be confirmed by email.

This is your opportunity to lead with heart and help shape a provision that families love and trust.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.00-13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 18 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Company pension Employee discount Free or subsidised travel Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have experience working with children? If so, how many years? Is the location suitable for you? Can you please provide a professional and a character reference email address and contact number, these will only be contacted if shortlisted. Do you live in a 10 mile radius of DN3 3BN?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/08/2025
Expected start date: 28/08/2025