Wraparound Care Lead - Ipswich

You'll create a welcoming and stimulating environment where children can thrive, while ensuring every session runs smoothly and reflects our commitment to child-centred care.

You'll be responsible for upholding safeguarding standards, following club policies and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines, and supporting the well-being of every child.

You'll also oversee daily operations, liaise with schools and parents, and lead on activity planning and behaviour management, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all. In this leadership role, you'll supervise and support playworkers, volunteers, and new staff, helping to manage team deployment, deliver effective onboarding, and maintain a professional, collaborative culture.

You'll also contribute to Ofsted readiness and play a key role in staff development and setting improvement. *Key Responsibilities* * Be responsible for the overall management of the setting including safeguarding of all children in your care * Provide comprehensive care for the children including collecting them from school and delivering them safely to parents / carers * Provide age-appropriate personal or intimate care where necessary, following Premier Education's safeguarding and care policies. * Review all safeguarding concerns logged by the team and take the appropriate action including escalating as appropriate.

• Provide refreshments, ensuring hygiene and health and safety standards are met. * Administer first aid when necessary and ensure prompt reporting and logging of all first aid incidents on site and that records are stored in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure that the setting is ready to open at the appropriate time by supporting the setup of play spaces, including moving furniture and play equipment.
• Lead the delivery of engaging, high-quality activities and care to ensure a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children. * Ensure that OFSTED framework / compliance certificates are displayed and play a lead role in inspections. * Manage weekly activities, menus, and communications with parents and school.
• Conduct regular equipment stock takes to maintain standards and order ingredients for daily 'healthy snacks' for children.
• Manage effective communication with stakeholders, including parents, schools, and staff. * Maintain accurate daily registers on site.
• Ensure the club's policies and EYFS guidelines are being followed to maintain high standards of care. *Skills, Knowledge and Expertise* *Essential* * Experience in managing or supervising staff in a childcare or educational setting. * Knowledge of EYFS guidelines and best practices. * Knowledge of age appropriate and inclusive play activities. * Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures. * The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and well-being of children and young people * Paediatric First Aid, Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Lead training and Enhanced DBS certificates (or willingness to complete upon appointment) *Desirable* * Level 2 / 3 qualification in Childcare, Playwork or equivalent. *About Premier Education* Premier Education is the UK's leading provider of wraparound care, holiday clubs and primary school PE.

Trusted by more than 50,000 families and schools across the UK, we create safe, engaging experiences that help children to be happy, healthy and active. Whether working directly with children or supporting our services behind the scenes, every member of our team plays a part in making a positive difference for children, families and schools.

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