Job Description

About Planet Warriors Kids Club

At PWKC, we believe that after-school care should be more than supervision -- it should be joyful, engaging, and full of fun. We create a space that spark curiosity, build confidence, and help children thrive through imaginative play, inclusive activities, and meaningful relationships. We're proud to offer a nurturing, creative, and values-led setting that children can't wait to return to.

Job Summary

As our

Assistant Manager,

you'll be a key part of the PWKC team -- inspiring children through high-quality play opportunities, leading with kindness and professionalism, and stepping in to support the Club Manager when needed. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who is organised, enthusiastic, and passionate about children's wellbeing and development.

What You'll Do

Support the Club Manager in the day-to-day running of the setting. Plan and deliver imaginative, inclusive, and varied play experiences that reflect children's interests and the PWKC ethos. Be a positive role model for both children and colleagues -- upholding PWKC values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, and community. Lead and supervise play leaders when required, fostering a collaborative, caring team culture. Set up and pack down play environments that are creative, safe and welcoming. Prepare and serve snacks and hot meals, ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety. Engage with children during free play, group activities, and mealtimes -- always with warmth and genuine interest. Administer basic first aid and respond to incidents appropriately and calmly. Build trusted relationships with parents and carers, promoting open communication. Collect children safely from school as needed and ensure smooth handovers at the end of the day. Take part in team planning, reflective practice, and training opportunities. Follow and uphold all PWKC policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality.

Person Specification:

Essential:

Experience working with children aged 4-11 in a play or learning environment Enthusiastic, compassionate, and committed to inclusive practice Confident in leading a small team with a positive and supportive approach Willing to take on responsibility Strong understanding of child development and playwork principles Good communication and interpersonal skills Level 3 qualification in Playwork, Childcare, or a related field Proactive, organised, and dependable Able to build warm, respectful relationships with children and adults Fluent spoken and written English to ensure children's safety and wellbeing Experience in liaising with schools and families Competence in intermediate administration or IT systems Able to drive/valid drivers licence

Desirable:

Paediatric First Aid Certificate (12-hour) Child Protection / Safeguarding training Food Hygiene Certificate

What We Offer

A joyful, welcoming, and supportive working environment Opportunities for creativity, professional growth and impact A values-led team that puts children's wellbeing at the heart of everything Training and CPD opportunities to support your development A chance to be part of a growing and much-loved local organisation

Equal Opportunities & Safer Recruitment Statement

Planet Warriors Kids Club (PWKC) is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment checks. This includes a clear enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and the provision of

two satisfactory references, including one from your most recent employer or one that involves work with children or vulnerable people.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.00-15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person