Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding role with a growing, values-driven company?

Progressive Sports have a unique opportunity for a blended role incorporating a love for Forest School and Wraparound Childcare

in primary schools across

Lancashire

.

We provide trusted, reliable, and enriching care before and after school, and we're expanding our school offer to Forest School provisions. This is your chance to be part of something meaningful -- inspiring children, leading with creativity, and shaping a fun and nurturing environment in and outside the classroom.

About the Role

As a

Venue Lead

, you'll oversee the day-to-day running of our Wraparound Care & as Forest School lead you'll be leading provision in local primary schools. You'll plan and deliver creative, play-based learning experiences indoors and outdoors, rooted in our values of

Safety, Care, Pride and Perform

.

You'll lead a small team to deliver high-quality childcare that's active, imaginative, inclusive and packed with adventure.

What You'll Do

Deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with Forest School and wraparound care principles Create a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, cared for, and inspired Lead outdoor sessions that foster confidence, curiosity, and teamwork Prepare healthy snacks and support mealtimes in line with health and safety standards Manage the daily operation of the provision, including registers, ratios, and safeguarding Maintain a safe and stimulating setting in all weather conditions Communicate confidently with parents and school staff, building positive relationships

What We're Looking For

You might already have experience in childcare, outdoor learning, or youth work or you might be new to the sector but have a passion for working with children and the right mindset to learn and grow.

We're looking for someone who:

Is creative, playful, and child-centred Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail Can lead and motivate a team Understands the value of nature-based learning Is confident planning and delivering both structured and free-play activities Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice

Why Work for Progressive Kids?

Free childcare on our holiday programmes Additional holiday for every year of service Regular training and development opportunities Performance-related pay and opportunities for promotion A supportive team and a company that genuinely values its staff

Requirements

A minimum of 1 year's experience working with children (desirable) Level 2 or 3 in Childcare, Forest School, Play work or related field Enhanced DBS Check (required -- we can support with this if needed) A love of the outdoors and a willingness to work in all weather
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.51-15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you hold a level 3 forest school qualification?
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/09/2025