Childcare Activity Leader @ St Joseph’s

4 days ago

Haywards Heath, United Kingdom Pioneer Childcare Full time

**Job Title**: Childcare Activity Leader

**Salary**:£6.40 - £11.44/ hour depending on age and experience

**Hours**: 06.45am - 09.00am and then 2.45pm - 6.30pm

**Days**:Monday to Friday (Job share available)

**Department**:Childcare

**Reporting to**:Club Manager

**Location**: Haywards Heath

At Pioneer Childcare we believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life. That’s why we employ the most skilful and capable staff. Our aim is to provide opportunities that allow children to thrive in environments that are stimulating, engaging and fun.

**Overview**:
As an Activity Leader you will be part of the team specifically responsible for working at breakfast and afterschool club only delivering engaging and fun activities to the children in our care.

The role is term time only; however, we do run successful holiday camps in Haywards Heath with the attraction of additional hours throughout the year if you want to join in.

You will support children in all aspects of club, including the delivery of activities, during high-tea, and at transitioning times. You will ensure that you are an excellent role model and meet the standards expected to deliver our high-quality childcare.

**Key features**:

- Ensure children are happy and engaged in their physical activities
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the children
- Build effective relationships with children and your colleagues
- To develop your skills and experience through regular supervision and in-house training
- Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to
- Attend regular training and development opportunities

**Key tasks and responsibilities**:
Reporting to the Club Manager, your tasks and responsibilities will include:

- Actively supporting your club:

- Ensure children are safe, happy, and secure
- Work with children of all ages and abilities
- Lead physical activities
- Follow plans and adapt when required
- Work with the Club Manager to:

- Organise children between activities
- Have clear communication with your colleagues
- Be a role model for children and younger staff
- Attend Club meetings and use supervision effectively
- Be aware of staff ratios at all times
- Develop a good understanding of Pioneer Characters and their values

**What we offer**:

- Fantastic support with weekly meetings
- Flexible working patterns to dovetail with other commitments.
- Excellent Company ethos and vision
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid accredited training
- Discounted childcare
- Rewards for recommending friends to come and join the team
- Excellent career progression
- Fun working environment
- Staff social events
- Free uniform
- Additional hours at our Holiday Camps

There is also the requirement to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

**Job Features**:

- Job Category- Childcare- Salary- £6.40 - £11.44 depending on age and experience- Contracted weeks- 38 weeks a year- Hours- 06.45 - 09.00am and then 2.45-6.30pm - Job share available- Contract- Permanent- Location- Haywards Heath

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