Job Description

Inspiring Play, Building Confidence, Supporting Families

Are you a passionate leader with a love for creating enriching environments for children? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same? Rocketeers is on the lookout for a dynamic, hands-on, and enthusiastic Club Manager to oversee our wraparound care programs and lead our fantastic team!

Why Rocketeers?

At Rocketeers, we believe every child deserves a space where they feel safe, valued, and inspired. We provide high-quality wraparound care that balances play, learning, and social development, ensuring that children feel engaged before and after their school day. As a trusted provider working closely with schools and families, our focus is on fun, creativity, and well-being.

Your Role as Club Manager:

You'll be at the heart of our club's success, taking the lead on daily operations, staff management, and ensuring our wraparound care is a thriving, safe, and engaging place for children.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and Inspire

- Oversee a team of deputy managers, playworkers, and volunteers, ensuring they feel motivated and supported.

Create Outstanding Play Experiences

- Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging activities that spark creativity, confidence, and fun.

Ensure a Safe & Happy Environment

- Maintain high safeguarding, health, and safety standards, and handle first aid when needed.

Champion Operational Excellence

- Oversee daily administration, compliance, and paperwork to ensure smooth club operations.

Be a Friendly Face for Families

- Build strong relationships with children, parents, and carers, ensuring they feel part of the Rocketeers community.

Work Closely with Schools & Stakeholders

- Foster positive relationships with schools, childcare agencies, and regulatory bodies.
K

eep Learning & Growing

- Stay up to date with training, safeguarding best practices, and industry developments.

What We're Looking For:

Must-Haves:

? Experience working with children in a childcare, education, or play-based setting.
? Strong leadership and team .
? A proactive, solution-focused mindset with great organizational skills.
? Excellent communication skills - ability to engage with children, parents, and staff alike.
? Passion for play and child development, with an understanding of different needs and abilities.
? Commitment to upholding high safeguarding and inclusion standards.

Bonus Qualities (We'd Love to See!):

Level 3 Childcare or Playwork qualification (or equivalent).
Experience managing a budget and club administration.
Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene Certificates (or willingness to obtain).

What We Offer:

A rewarding role where you'll make a real difference in children's lives.
A supportive, fun, and professional working environment.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Competitive salary and staff benefits.

Ready to Lead & Inspire?

If you're passionate about creating a nurturing and exciting space for children, we'd love to hear from you!

Location:

Kilnwood Vale Primary School

Hours:

7 a.m. - 9 a.m. & 2:30 - 6:15 Monday to Friday Term Time Only

Apply now and be part of a team that brings joy, learning, and adventure to children every day!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 14.50 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Sick pay
Application question(s):

Do you have experience working with children in a childcare setting, school, or similar environment (e.g., Playworker, Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, etc.)? Do you have reliable transportation and live locally or within a commutable distance? Are you available to work a split-shift schedule (before and after school), totaling 30 hours per week? Are you willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check?
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person