The Blue School After School Club Playwork Childcare Supervisor - Isleworth, Middlesex (TW7)

Job Description

KOOSA Kids are the leading provider of before, after school and holiday club childcare, across Berkshire, Greater London, Hampshire & Surrey. Fully Ofsted registered, we are passionate about our people and every person working for us shares our mission to offer children and their parents outstanding, fun-filled out of school childcare, for the best possible value. KOOSA Kids are on the lookout for individuals who share our passion and commitment for delivering high quality childcare, playwork and children's activities.

We are now recruiting for an After School Club Childcare Playwork Supervisor at our club at The Blue School in Isleworth, Middlesex (TW7)!

This role is part time, term time only, working Monday to Friday from 3.05pm - 6.00pm.

The role

As After School Club Playwork Childcare Supervisor, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations and management of an after school club. Managing and directing a small team, you will ensure the safe and organised running of the club, fully supported by your Regional Manager and a dedicated Operations Team at Head Office.

Every afternoon, the After School Club Playwork Childcare Supervisor will supervise an after school club where you and your team will directly organise, deliver and participate in, activities with the children in your care. You will ensure all activities are delivered to KOOSA Kids and Ofsted standards at all times. You will provide a safe and secure environment for the children in your care to explore, grow and have FUN!

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the day to day management of the After School Club at our after school club at The Blue School in Isleworth, Middlesex (TW7).
• Print off daily registers & manage safe and secure 'sign in & sign out' process each day, communicating effectively with school staff & parents at all times
• Develop a thorough understanding of KOOSA Kids programme of activity and deliver activities accordingly to children each afternoon, directing colleagues as appropriate
• Have awareness of, and maintain sensitivity for, any children with additional needs (Physical, Behaviour, Dietary)
• Purchase healthy snacks for the After School Club
• Actively develop a thorough understanding of relevant Ofsted standards & KOOSA Kids internal policies & procedures, including safeguarding, and communicate any concerns to the Safeguarding Officer in a timely fashion
• Ensure the After School Club operates to Ofsted and KOOSA Kids policies & procedures at all times
• Carry out daily risk assessments & complete all relevant operational paperwork
• Ensure all activity areas are left clean and tidy at the end of each day. Carry out cleaning duties as necessary
  
  

Skills & Experience

• You ideally have min 2 years managerial / supervisory experience in a childcare, early years or playwork setting
• A Level 3 NVQ / Diploma in Childcare or Playwork (or equivalent) is beneficial but not essential
• Would suit somebody with experience of working in a Primary School, Pre-School or Nursery, e.g. a Teaching Assistant, Early Years Educator or Nursery Manager or Assistant
• Be reliable and passionate over everything else
• Be able to relate and engage with children aged between 4 - 11 years
• Opportunities to gain qualifications and further growth & development, will be available for candidates who match our ambitions
• Full training provided
  
  

Hours

Monday - Friday, 3.05 - 6.00pm, term-time only

Company Benefits

Company pension, discounted childcare, holiday pay, social activities, professional development, career progression & recognisable qualifications nationwide.

KOOSA Kids are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS disclosure.