Job Description

About Us

For over 25 years, Club Excel has delivered high-quality holiday activity programmes for children aged 3-13, providing essential childcare for working families. Our mission is to provide fun, safe and enriching experiences through carefully designed programmes incorporating sports, creative arts, drama, games and inclusive play. We are committed to high standards of care, safeguarding and child development in a welcoming environment where every child can thrive.

Desired Qualification:

DDE, DDP, DDI. ISTD or relevant drama qualification. Interest in Early Years and undergoing some training in the EYFS.

Location:

Head Office - 57b Daws Lane, Mill Hill, NW7 4SD

Camp Venues - Various sites across the Southeast see: www.clubexcel.co.uk

Travel to venues during holiday periods is required, in discussions with Area Manager and HR Manager.

Role Purpose

Do you have a passion for dance, drama, and making magic happen for little ones? We're looking for an energetic, organised, and creative superstar to join the Club Excel team!

As our Dance, Early Years & Administration Coordinator, you'll take the lead on our Dance and Drama programmes during half terms, Easter, and summer holidays bringing confidence, rhythm, and smiles to every child who joins. You'll also work your magic behind the scenes, supporting our Head Office team with day-to-day admin and helping to recruit and manage our fantastic part-time staff. When the school day ends, you'll guide our nursery and reception children through fun-filled after-school sessions that balance play, creativity, and care. In your role as Early Years Coordinator, you'll head up our Mini Camp for 3-4year olds ensuring every tiny camper enjoys a safe, exciting, and joy-packed experience!

You'll be at the heart of what makes Club Excel shine: maintaining our high standards, ensuring everything runs smoothly (and Ofsted-approved!), and creating unforgettable experiences for children and families.

Key Responsibilities

Dance and Drama Leadership

Lead the Dance and Drama programmes for children aged 4-13 years during half terms, Easter and Summer Liaise with fellow creative lead from other area to ensure quality across the whole of Club Excel. Plan engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for staff on camp to use Plan and deliver our After School Dance programme sessions, support with the recruitment and management of part time staff as this grows Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment Support children with SEND needs to participate fully

Early Years Leadership

Lead the Mini Camp programme for children aged 3-4 years during half terms, Easter and Summer in your area. Liaise with fellow Early Years Coordinator and HR Manager Oversee nursery and reception children at the after-school clubs in your area Plan engaging and developmentally appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment Support children with SEND needs to participate fully

Staffing & Team Management

Support with recruiting and onboarding part-time EYFS staff in accordance with safer recruitment practices Support with recruiting and onboarding part-time Early Years and dance staff Provide guidance to team members to ensure high-quality care and behaviour standards Participate in weekly operations meetings and work collaboratively across teams

Quality, Compliance & Safeguarding

Maintain full compliance with Ofsted, EYFS, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety requirements Ensure policies, procedures and risk assessments are consistently applied Immediately report any safeguarding concerns in line with company policy

Operations & Administration

Conduct venue visits during camp to monitor and support delivery standards Assist with office-based duties including responding to enquiries, processing bookings and administrative tasks on our bespoke system Contribute ideas to enhancing children's performing arts and creative activities Contribute to sorting, organising and planning Mini Camp activities and themes

Training & Professional Development

Attend mandatory training and induction sessions Complete online and in-person training as required Engage in reviews and annual appraisal process Be willing to gain Early Years training or qualification Set and work towards personal development goals

Health & Safety, Welfare & Conduct

Follow all Health & Safety, first aid and welfare procedures Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude, and build rapport with children and families Actively uphold Club Excel's values and reputation for quality childcare Always promote equal opportunities and an inclusive culture
Club Excel is committed to equal opportunities in employment and this post does require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected'. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

This job description is not exhaustive; flexibility is required to meet the needs of the organisation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person