This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who enjoys working with children across a broad age range and is confident in leading a small team to deliver high‑quality care in a safe, nurturing and engaging environment.

The Role

The Cat Club Lead Supervisor has overall responsibility for the smooth day‑to‑day running of the provision, including staff supervision, activity planning, safeguarding, health and safety, and communication with parents and colleagues. The role involves leading creative and age‑appropriate activities, with particular awareness of the needs of early years pupils.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children in a childcare, early years or school setting
• Has a strong understanding of the developmental, emotional and pastoral needs of children aged 3–11, including EYFS pupils
• Is calm, patient, nurturing and approachable, with the ability to create a safe and inclusive environment
• Is confident leading and supervising a team of three to four staff
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage daily routines with professionalism and initiative
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Is comfortable using basic ICT systems (training provided where needed)

What the Role Involves

• Providing high‑quality care and supervision during after‑school sessions
• Planning and leading engaging indoor and outdoor activities that support children’s social, emotional and physical development
• Ensuring high standards of health, safety, hygiene and safeguarding at all times
• Managing registers, attendance records and safe collection procedures
• Supporting homework and quiet activities for older pupils where appropriate
• Leading, supporting and coordinating the Cat Club staff team
• Working closely with the Prep School Deputy Head (Pre‑Prep) and relevant colleagues

Training and Safeguarding

St Catherine’s School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All staff are required to undertake Child Protection and Safeguarding training, Prevent Duty training, First Aid training, and a basic Food Hygiene course (provided).

How to Apply

Applications should be completed via My New Term by 4.00pm on Monday 11 May and should include:

• The completed My New Term application form (via the School website):
  www.stcatherines.info/welcome/job-opportunities
• A CV (optional, to support the application)

Interviews will take place during the week beginning Monday 18 May.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt and interviews may be held at any stage, so early application is encouraged.

St Catherine’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS and barred list check. The School is an equal opportunities employer.