Breakfast & Afterschool Club Leader

Inspire, Nurture & Make Every Day an Adventure!

Are you passionate about working with children and creating exciting experiences that help them thrive? We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and energetic Breakfast & Afterschool Club Leader to join our team and provide a safe, happy, and engaging environment where children can learn, play, and flourish.

As our Breakfast & Afterschool Club Leader, you will play a vital role in shaping children's experiences beyond the classroom. You will create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to explore their interests. From organising creative arts and crafts, sports, games, and themed activities to ensuring children enjoy healthy meals and snacks, you'll make each session fun, memorable, and enriching. You will also ensure that DfE guidance is fully understood and delivered within our setting and be instrumental in launching free breakfast clubs in April 2027.

The Pines Primary School is a vibrant one-form entry primary school with a Nursery and a 20-place Specialist Resource Provision. We are proud to serve a diverse community, with children from a wide range of backgrounds and a higher-than-average number of pupils with SEND.

At The Pines, we are committed to making a real difference to the lives of our children and their families. We believe that children learn best when they are engaged, inspired and excited by their experiences. That's why we embrace a continuous provision approach in EYFS and Key Stage 1, recognising the importance of learning through play. We have also recently introduced OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning), transforming playtimes into exciting opportunities for creativity, exploration and development.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for nurturing and supporting children's development and wellbeing.
• Is creative, enthusiastic, and full of ideas for engaging activities.
• Can build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Has excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment.
• Can inspire children to be confident, curious, and active participants in club activities.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise Breakfast and Afterschool Club sessions.
• Plan and deliver a wide range of exciting, age-appropriate activities.
• Foster a positive, caring, and inclusive environment.
• Support children's social, emotional, and physical development.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children in your care.
• Work closely with parents, carers, and school staff to provide the best possible experience for every child.

Our Children Would Like Someone Who…

At The Pines, our children told us that the person who leads their Breakfast & Afterschool Club should be someone who:

• Makes us feel safe, happy and understood.
• Is kind and caring, even when we make mistakes or the wrong choices.
• Believes in us and has high expectations of what we can achieve.
• Encourages us to be confident, take risks and challenge ourselves.

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference in children's lives every day.
• Bring your creativity and ideas to life.
• Be part of a friendly and supportive team.
• Enjoy a rewarding role where no two days are the same.

If you are passionate about helping children grow, learn, and have fun in a safe and nurturing environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Closing date: 15^th July (we reserve the right to close the vacancy before this date should a suitable candidate be found).

Interview: Week Commencing 20^th July

Start date: September 1^st 2026

Hours:  Monday to Friday 7.30am – 8.30am & 3-6pm, 20hrs per week, term time only plus 3 days

Bracknell Grade J: SCP6 – SCP8 - £25,989 - £26,824 + London Weighting pro rata

Actual Salary: approx. £13.84 – £14.27 per hour – pending April 2026 pay award.

At The Pines we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We will ensure that all our