Job Description

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Responsible to:

Head of Children's and Families Outreach

Rate of Pay:

14.91 per hour (13.23 + 12.7% holiday pay)

Hours of Work:

15 hours per week, term time only + 2 weeks (40 weeks)

Working Hours:

Working pattern to be agreed with Line Manager

Contract Type:

Permanent, term time only

Work Base:

Multi-site

Purpose & Scope

To provide effective management oversight and support for the day-to-day delivery of Zest breakfast and after-school clubs, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of all activities in line with organisational and regulatory standards.


To work collaboratively with the Head of Children and Families Outreach to develop team confidence, maintain clear objectives, and address any issues impacting the successful delivery of the clubs.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Team Management

To be the line manager and first point of contact for Zest Club Managers, and provide support where required for Zest Club Assistants. To conduct regular 1:1 meetings with Club Managers to ensure support with their roles and the smooth operation of the clubs. To arrange and deliver team meetings to review policies, procedures and for team building. To support with the arrangement and completion of staff training plans and continuing professional development requirements. To act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, supporting staff in the event of any safeguarding concerns. To ensure that the Zest Club Managers' administration tasks and paperwork is up to date and accurate in their respective club folders, including but not limited to, safeguarding documents, parent/carer contracts and evaluation and monitoring sheets (such as those used for hygiene control). To support with recruitment of new staff including interviewing, inductions and probation reviews. To liaise with staff regarding changes in working hours e.g. overtime/sickness and inform HR as required. Make separate point under provision management.

Provision Management

To ensure that activities are fun, enriching, and inclusive, supporting all forms of children's learning and development. To promote positive behaviour within the clubs in line with the Zest Behavioural Policy, recognising that Club Managers may from time-to-time require support with planning appropriate interventions and strategies. To ensure that each setting has adequate levels of staffing to remain compliant with staffing ratios, arranging relief cover when required. To support managers with the use of the online booking system 'Pebble', and liaise with the Head of Children and Families Outreach and Valley CiDS finance team when necessary, for example, when following up on payment arrears.

Ofsted

To become familiar with Ofsted requirements for wraparound care settings via the Out of School Alliance website and the government website. To liaise with Jonathan Brook (Trustee and registered person for Ofsted) and the Head of Children and Families Outreach regarding any notifications of Ofsted inspections.

Self-Management and Professional Development

To be responsible for the effective planning, organisation, and administration of your work. To attend meetings / supervision sessions as requested by the Head of Children and Families Outreach.

Person Specification

Characteristics & Values

Essential

Has a passion and enthusiasm for working with children. Highly self-motivated, creative and resourceful when planning activities. Well organised and able to work effectively alone or as part of a team.
Committed to the importance of equality, equity, diversity & inclusion when working with children and colleagues.

Skills

Essential

Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults. Ability to develop creative, inspiring and inclusive resources. Comprehensive ICT skills and competent in the use of Office and Excel. Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

Knowledge of and commitment to Equal Opportunities practices. Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection Procedures.

Desirable

Knowledge and understanding of Ofsted expectations for out-of-school club settings. Knowledge and understanding of key child development interests.

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with children. Experience of facilitating opportunities for children to learn in creative ways.

Desirable

Experience of planning and delivering sessions or activities for children. Experience of line management.

Qualifications

Essential

Relevant qualification in childcare or other form of work with children (e.g. Level 2 Childcare Qualification or equivalent). Minimum Level 2 Maths and English qualifications. Willingness to undertake further training & CPD opportunities.

Desirable

Safeguarding Qualification Food Hygiene Level 2 Paediatric First Aid

Other Requirements

Essential

A full UK Driving License with access to a car to enable travel to fulfil the duties of the post.
Willingness to travel between and work across multiple venues in Derbyshire.

For the full job description and person specification, please download the application pack, this can be found on the application page.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will therefore be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave Company Sick Pay Scheme 20% discount in all Lighthouse Charity Shops Company Pension Employee Assistance Programme Access to exclusive shopping and lifestyle discounts Christmas Saver Scheme * Company Events