Playscheme Manager – Long Ditton Infant and Nursery School, Surbiton
Lead the afternoons. Champion early years. Make afterschool feel special.
Do you love working with younger children and leading a team in a warm, playful environment? We’re looking for a Playscheme Manager to lead our afterschool provision for Pre-School and Reception children at Long Ditton Infant & Nursery School.
This is a hands-on leadership role, perfect for someone who thrives in early years settings and enjoys shaping calm, engaging afternoons after a busy school day. You’ll work alongside another Playscheme Manager, who leads the Year 1 & 2 cohort, with shared responsibility for creating a safe, happy, and inspiring club.
At Clubland, we’re a small, family-run childcare provider passionate about high-quality wraparound care. Our managers are central to everything we do – trusted leaders who bring warmth, structure, and creativity to each session.
The Role
As Playscheme Manager, you’ll:
- Lead the early years experience – Plan and oversee child-led play, creative activities, quiet zones, outdoor play, and routines suited to Pre-School and Reception children.
- Support and inspire your team – Lead and support Playworkers working with younger children, setting the tone for a nurturing, engaging, and well-organised environment.
- Keep it safe & well-run – Take responsibility for safeguarding, health & safety, risk assessments, ratios, and smooth daily operations within your cohort.
- Build strong relationships – Work closely with parents, carers, school staff, and your fellow Playscheme Manager to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- Stay organised – .Support with staff rotas, stock checks, and light administrative tasks (around 1 hour per week, paid as overtime).
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Warm, calm, and confident working with Pre-School & Reception children
- An experienced childcare professional with leadership skills
- Organised, reliable, and able to run sessions independently
- A strong communicator with staff, parents, and school teams
- Passionate about safeguarding and high-quality early years care
Essential:
- Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent)
Desirable (but not essential):
- Paediatric First Aid
- Safeguarding or Food Hygiene training
- Experience with EYFS and early years settings
(Full training provided if needed)
The Practical Bits
- Location: Long Ditton Infant & Nursery School, Surbiton, Surrey
- Hours: Afterschool Club 14:30–18:15, Monday–Friday (term time only). Option of extra work in holiday clubs. Job share available.
- Contract: Permanent, fixed hours
- Pay: £15.80/hr starting rate, plus 12.07% holiday pay uplift (total £17.70/hr). Pay increases with training and years of service.
- Training: First Aid and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead training included and paid for.
