Join our team to lead Wraparound Care provision where children feel safe, supported, and inspired. You’ll manage daily operations, plan engaging activities, and guide a team—all while ensuring compliance and high-quality care. If you’re organised, creative, and love working with children, this is your opportunity to make a real impact!

Permanent Contract

Hours:  10 hours per week

Weeks:  39 weeks per annum

Actual salary for 10hrs pw, 39 weeks per yr TTO is £7125 (F1) & £7366 (F2)

Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

• Proven experience in childcare or education settings.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, Health & Safety, and OFSTED requirements.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities for children.
• First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain).

 Desirable:

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Childcare, Playwork, or Early Years.
• Experience managing budgets and administrative tasks.
• Familiarity with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Creative approach to problem-solving and activity planning.
• Confidence in liaising with parents and external agencies.

 Please note that we reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate apply, and we have the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date. You are therefore strongly encouraged to apply for the role as soon as possible.

Safeguarding Statement:

The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a full Disclosure and Barring Service Check.