The Robert Fitzroy Academy is a three-form entry primary school in Croydon situated in the heart of the local community. We are part of a family of schools within the REACh2 Academy Trust. We are an Ofsted rated ‘Good School’ with three previous ‘Good’ inspections since our opening in 2012.The Academy’s main aim is to provide exceptional learning experiences for its pupils and we wish to recruit staff that are committed to providing an inclusive, stimulating environment which encourages children to become confident, happy learners.

Our fundamental belief is the whole child is the whole point.

Our Wraparound Care Provision (POSH)

Our wraparound care provision is extremely popular with a long waiting list. Our provision currently has approximately 120 children attending on most days. We provide an active, healthy and fun start and finish to the school day for our young people whilst helping them develop friendships, confidence and social skills.

We are committed to outstanding quality. If you have the passion, commitment, energy and motivation to make a difference to our young people we would like to hear from you.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an outstanding and highly motivated individual to lead our thriving extended school’s provision. We are looking in particular for individuals who can enhance our provision and who are committed to making the school experience engaging, enjoyable and meaningful for primary age children.

As the Wrap Around Care Manager, you will provide guidance and lead the extended provision team.  You will ensure the team work closely with the children, whilst ensuring their safety at all times, engaging with them in aspects of play and conversation, setting up activities for children to take part in, meet and greet parents and provide them with feedback on their child’s time at the club.

In particular, successful applicants should have:

At least 2 years’ experience of working in a management capacity.

·        Have leadership qualities and the ability to motivate staff

·        Have an understanding of child development and learning

·        Have excellent organisational and administrative skills and be able to carry out administrative duties in line with the provisions procedures

·        Be able to develop a planned programme of activities varying these to suite the age and needs of the children

·        An understanding of children with SEN needs

·        Have experience of working in an education setting and a relevant Level 3 qualification in play work/childcare

·        Recognise that the quality of the extended services provision has an impact on learning and the pupil’s attitude to school

·        A current food hygiene certificate (desirable)

·        Paediatric first aid qualification (desirable)

·        Knowledge of child safeguarding procedures

You should:

·        Be able to communicate professionally with a range of stakeholders

·        Have excellent numeracy and literacy skills

·        Have the ability to build effective relationships with students, parents and other staff

·        The ability to relate in a firm and friendly way with a wide range of personalities

·        The ability to use initiative

·        Be willing to undertake direction and guidance

·        Have a good understanding of behaviour management strategies

·        Be able to work as part of a team

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        This is a permanent contract - 36 hours per week Monday to Friday. 39 weeks per year to include 5 INSET days - Grade 7 SP 18–20 FTE £32925 - £33957