Club Kidz has an exciting new opportunity to manage our After School Club in St Albans and Park Street. The ideal candidate will work from a Primary School with children aged 4-11 years & lead a team of Play Workers. The working hours will be 14.30 until 18.00 - Monday to Thursday, during School Term Time. Holiday Club hours also available. Essential Requirements: · Excellent managerial, communication & organisational skills · Relevant childcare experience · Is able to monitor and evaluate the quality of the service, ensuring that all staff work within the Club's policies, guidance, safeguarding and procedures · Able to interact well with both children and parents. · Has a thorough understanding of the EYFS framework, equal opportunities and special educational needs · Be creative with good knowledge of a range of recreational and physical past time activities for children to participate in Desirable Requirements: · Level 3 childcare qualification or relevant experience · Has a valid Paediatric First Aid or is willing to undertake qualification · Has relevant supervisory and management experience · Knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Duties & Responsibilities to adhere to but not restricted to: · Leads and motivates a team of staff to deliver high quality play opportunities in a safe and caring environment · Encourage fair and caring behaviour among the children · Encourage independence and self-esteem · Talk to children about their concerns or worries · Deal with injuries and emergencies · Liaise with parents, carers, and other professionals Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Benefits: Company pension Free parking On-site parking Schedule: Holidays Monday to Friday No weekends Work Location: In person Application deadline: 23 February 2025 Expected start date: March 2025