After School Club Manager – (Windsor / Chertsey)

Role: After School Club Manager

Reports to: Senior Manager

Locations:

• Windsor, Chertsey, Surrey
• Occasional meetings at TGC Head office based in Old Windsor (within 10-mile radius)

Term Times (Monday to Friday):

• 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 2:30pm–6:30pm (with the option of additional hours in our holiday clubs)

Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience

Job/Role Overview:

As an After School Club Manager, you will lead one of our vibrant after school settings, overseeing daily operations and ensuring a safe, stimulating, and enjoyable environment for children. This is a dynamic opportunity to grow your leadership and childcare skills while having fun and making a real difference.

This hands-on leadership role includes planning, safeguarding, staff supervision, liaising with parents and schools, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and childcare regulations.

About Us

The Gap Club Ltd is an established Ofsted-registered ‘Outstanding’ wraparound childcare provider for children aged 3–11. We deliver high-quality Breakfast, After School, and Holiday Clubs across Berkshire and Surrey, built on the transformative power of play.

We are guided by our HEART values:

• Happiness and Vitality – Bringing joy and energy to children’s lives
• Empowerment and Advocacy – Honouring each child’s uniqueness and voice
• Resilience and Growth Mindset – Building confidence through challenge
• Trust and Professionalism – Delivering consistent, high-quality care

We support every child’s growth through our PEP Framework:

• Potential through Play – Unlocking creativity, confidence, and resilience
• Education through Play – Inspiring curiosity and independence
• Parenting through Play – Building stronger family connections

We are looking for an enthusiastic Club Manager to lead and deliver a fun, dynamic, and enriching experience for children at our clubs.

Key Responsibilities:

Activity Planning & Delivery

• Enhance and facilitate play experiences that support children’s development
• Apply EYFS knowledge to create inclusive and engaging activities
• Promote a fun, child-centered atmosphere in line with our SPICE and PEP models

Child Safety & Well-being

• Maintain a high level of supervision and ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement health and safety policies.
• Administer first aid as required and record all incidents appropriately.
• Safely accompany children between settings when needed.

Team Leadership & Management

• Manage the club from 2:30pm to 6:00pm Monday–Friday
• Lead, support, and inspire a team of playworkers
• Ensure the club reflects The Gap Club’s values and high standards
• Serve as a Key Person to develop positive relationships with children and parents

Operational Excellence & Administration

• Complete safety checks, risk assessments, and daily routines
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
• Oversee accurate record-keeping and communication with families

Personal Development & Engagement

• Attend team meetings, parent events, and training sessions as required.
• Support and mentor junior staff
• Engage in continuous learning and training opportunities
• Uphold safeguarding, health & safety, and confidentiality standards

Skills and Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential skills/qualifications:

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years’ childcare experience
• Minimum 1 year in a leadership/management role
• Competent understanding of child development
• SEN knowledge and practical experience
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Organisational skills and attention to detail
• Friendly, professional, and proactive personality

Desirable:

• Certificate of Higher Education
• Familiarity with EYFS frameworks and safeguarding standards
• First Aid and Safeguarding certificates (or willingness to obtain).
• Familiarity with inclusive practices and child-centred approaches.
• Working with children with additional needs.
• A clean driving license

Physical Demands

• The role involves supervising activities, setting up and packing away play areas, and moving equipment.
• A good level of physical health and stamina is required to support an active and safe environment.

Personal Qualities

• Empathetic, calm, and caring approach.
• Ability to build rapport with children
• Proactive and reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunities Statement
The Gap Club is committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to promoting equal opportunities.

Safeguarding Statement
The Gap Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and uphold our safeguarding policies at all times.

Why Join Us:

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• 100% childcare discount for one child while on duty
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities
• Uniform provided
• Employee pension scheme
• Health and well-being programme
• Additional hours available during holiday clubs
• Free parking
• Company events and employee discounts