Job Description

Job Summary

To manage the day to day running of the out of school club setting.

Main tasks

Ensure the well being and safety of the children attending the club.

Manage the day to day administration of the club.

Be responsible for the staff team.

Implement company policies and procedures.

Establish and maintain communication links with all appropriate bodies involved in the smooth running of the club, e.g. schools and community centres.

Administration duties

Managing daily registers and walking lists if appropriate.

Authorising staff time sheets.

Managing and operating the petty cash system.

Managing spending within set budgets and arranging necessary shopping or additional spending.

Organisation of timetable and staff rotas for the holiday care clubs.

Allocation of child places.

Management and monitoring waiting lists where appropriate.

Conducting parent/child registration inductions.

Staff responsibilities

Provide support and one to one supervision to Play Work staff.

Carry out staff induction.

Identifying any staff training needs.

Organise and hold weekly staff meetings.

Attend weekly Coordinator meetings during term time. As part of this you may be required to take on specialist additional roles and tasks.

Deal with staff grievances and if necessary pass them to the HR manager.

Implementation of Company policies and procedures

Have a sound knowledge and understanding of company policies and procedures and remain up to date with any changes made to these.

Keep parents, staff and children aware of pertinent policies and inform them of any amendments.

Ensure that policies and procedures are implemented on a day to day basis.

In conjunction with the Project Manager and other appropriate bodies regularly review and assess policies and procedures.

Communication with appropriate bodies

Establish and maintain working relationships with school staff, community centre staff, social work departments and any other relevant bodies.

Communicate with local organisations and the media in the advertising and promotion of the club.

Training

Undertake training as may be appropriate for professional and personal development to meet SSSC registration.

Attend any in-house training and workshops that may be required.

Health & Safety

Be aware of Health and Safety procedures.

Carry out risk assessments as appropriate.

Report any hazards or faults to the correct person on site.

Ensure all children are escorted safety to and from school, around the premises and on trips.

Adhere to all health and hygiene guidelines for example, infection control.

Adhere to National Care Standards regarding adult to child ratios and guidelines.

Planning and children's well being

Ensure safe and creative play activities are provided for children.

Supervise and implement a programme of activities for the children during term time and in the holidays.

Provide appropriate materials where required.

Ensure the provision of a healthy and varied snack for the children.

Develop good relationships with the children. Find out their interests and implement suggestions where possible.

Establish a caring and interested manner with the children rather than a purely supervisory role.

Implement and promote good communication with parents.

Job Type / Category

Childcare

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

SVQ level 3 childcare qualification or willing to work towards one

Benefits

Full Core Training provided

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.49-14.02 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person