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Early Years Practitioner / Lead (Dual Role)
About Us
The Gap Club is a leading provider of high-quality out-of-school-hours childcare for nursery and primary-aged children. We deliver engaging Breakfast, After School, and Holiday Clubs where children can learn, grow, and thrive through play.
Our work is guided by our HEART values:
- Happiness & Vitality – Bringing joy, energy and belonging into every child’s day
- Empowerment & Advocacy – Championing every child’s individuality and voice
- Resilience & Growth Mindset – Building confidence through challenge
- Trust & Professionalism – Providing care that families trust and value
We are also driven by our PEP framework:
- Potential through Play
- Education through Play
- Parenting through Play
Role Overview
This is a unique dual-role opportunity to work across St George’s Weybridge (SGW) and The Gap Club (TGC).
You will support Early Years education within St George’s Nursery during term time, alongside playing a key role at The Gap Club, delivering high-quality wraparound and holiday provision through play-based learning.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about both early year’s education and playwork, and who thrives in a fun, dynamic and child-centred environment.
Please note: You will be employed separately by St George’s Weybridge and The Gap Club, with individual contracts for each setting.
Key Responsibilities
Activity Planning & Delivery (TGC Focus)
- Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive, and age-appropriate activities
- Use the PEP framework to promote creativity, confidence, and development
- Adapt activities to meet the needs and interests of all children
- Create a fun, safe, and stimulating play environment
Early Years Support (SGW Nursery)
- Assist the Key Person in planning and delivering EYFS-based activities
- Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development
- Observe and record children’s progress and share with the Key Person
- Prepare learning materials and maintain an organised environment
- Ensure a safe, clean and nurturing classroom
Leadership & Relationships
- Act as a key person, building strong and trusting relationships with children
- Support and work collaboratively with colleagues across both settings
- Build positive partnerships with parents and carers
- Act as a positive role model for children and staff
Club Operations & Organisation
- Support daily routines including set up, pack down and transitions
- Follow policies, procedures, and administrative processes
- Contribute to a smooth and high-quality provision across both settings
Compliance & Safeguarding
- Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, and welfare standards at all times
- Follow EYFS and Ofsted requirements
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Promote healthy eating and safe practices
Professional Development & Team Culture
- Participate in training and development opportunities
- Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment
- Reflect on practice and continuously improve
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
- Experience working with children in Early Years or wraparound care
- Strong understanding of EYFS and child development
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to create engaging, inclusive play experiences
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare
Desirable
- Experience in holiday clubs or wraparound care
- Experience supporting children with additional needs
- Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience with online learning journals
- Experience in an independent school setting
Personal Qualities
- Warm, energetic, and enthusiastic
- Caring and child-centred approach
- Reliable and professional
- Creative and adaptable
- Reflective and motivated to improve
- Committed to the values and ethos of both SGW and TGC
Benefits
- 100% childcare discount for one child at The Gap Club
- Ongoing training, coaching, and development
- Pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives
- Recognition and reward programmes
- Opportunity to work across two high-quality settings
- Make a meaningful difference in children’s lives
Equal Opportunities
The Gap Club is committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to offer a fair and supportive recruitment process.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must undergo an Enhanced DBS check and follow our safeguarding policies. Concerns about children’s welfare must be reported to the safeguarding lead.
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Location
Weybridge (St George’s Weybridge & The Gap Club)
Working Hours
Full Time (40 hours per week across term time and holiday club)
- 22.5 hours per week (Term Time): St George’s Nursery (SGW), 10:00am–3:00pm, Monday–Friday
- 17.5 hours per week (Term Time): The Gap Club (SGW site), 3:00pm–6:30pm, Monday–Friday
- 40 hours per week: The Gap Club Holiday Club during school holidays
Date posted
03/25/2026
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