After School Care Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for an After School Care Manager to lead and be responsible for the day to day organisation of the After School provision at Highfield and Brookham School, providing high standards of care and play opportunities for the children in a safe and secure environment.

You will be passionate about all aspects of childcare and education and be able to bring new ideas to the role. You will need to have a caring and dynamic approach, as well as an ability to lead and motivate a range of staff.

Recent experience of working with children aged 2-8 years and NVQ Level 3 in Child Care / Playwork or equivalent are essential, as is a good knowledge and understanding of equal opportunities and special educational needs.

You will also need to have excellent communication skills and good organisational skills. Relevant supervisory/management experience would be an advantage.

Working hours will be from 3.00pm to 6.30pm Monday to Friday, term time only (approximately 34 weeks)

An Application Form and full details of the role can be found on the school website www.highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/jobs

A letter of application and completed Application Form including the names and addresses of two referees should be sent to: HR Manger, Highfield and Brookham School, Highfield Lane, Liphook, Hampshire GU30 7LQ.

Email applications should be sent to recruitment@highfieldandbrookham.co.uk

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 4th October.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

References will be taken up before interview unless otherwise requested and we will conduct online checks on all shortlisted candidates.

We are an I.A.P.S. co-educational Boarding and Day Pre-Prep and Prep School for 500 pupils aged 2 to 13. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants are expected to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Employer Online Service regarding prohibition orders issued by the Secretary of State and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Highfield and Brookham Schools is an Equal Opportunities Employer.