Wraparound Childcare - Early Years Manager
| Posting date: | 14 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,500 to £28,500 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | We offer a pension scheme, staff socials and a Body Coach annual membership. |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 November 2025 |
| Location: | BN3 7QA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HB LANGUAGE SERVICES LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | EYM |
Summary
About LingoClub
LingoClub is a vibrant after school and holiday childcare setting in Hove, offering engaging, language-rich activities after school and during school holidays. Our aim is to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where children can learn, play and grow with confidence.
We celebrate creativity, curiosity and kindness — providing high-quality care that supports children’s wellbeing and development in line with the EYFS.
We’re a friendly, supportive team who believe in the power of play, positivity and communication — in both English and Spanish — to inspire children every day.
Role Overview
As Early Years Manager, you will support the day-to-day running of our after-school and holiday club, ensuring the highest standards of care, play and safeguarding. You’ll manage the early years children, oversee planning and delivery of bilingual activities, maintain compliance with Ofsted and EYFS requirements, and build strong relationships with parents, children and the school community.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone passionate about early years education, bilingual learning, and creating a fun, caring environment where children thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Management
Work with the club manager to support daily operations of the wraparound setting, ensuring a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
Support and motivate a friendly team to deliver high-quality play and learning experiences.
Build strong relationships with families and children.
Curriculum and Quality
Deliver and evaluate play-based, bilingual (English/Spanish) activities aligned with EYFS principles.
Promote children’s development, wellbeing and independence through engaging, age-appropriate experiences.
Monitor and record children’s development and play in line with EYFS and setting policies.
Maintain a rich, language-based learning environment in keeping with LingoClub’s ethos.
Safeguarding and Compliance
Act as co-Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the setting.
Ensure all policies, procedures and statutory requirements (EYFS, Ofsted, Health & Safety, GDPR) are followed.
Keep accurate records of attendance, incidents, accidents and medication.
Conduct regular risk assessments and audits.
Administration
Support the recruitment and onboarding of new staff.
Prepare for Ofsted inspections and ensure ongoing readiness.
Essential Requirements
Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education/Childcare, or a commitment to complete one.
English and Spanish speaker.
Experience and confidence working with children.
Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain).
Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain).
Desirable
Designated Safeguarding Lead training.
Experience in wraparound or out-of-school provision.
Understanding of bilingual or language-based learning environments.
Why Join LingoClub?
Warm, friendly and supportive team environment.
Opportunity to shape a growing, creative childcare setting.
Ongoing professional development and training.
Rewarding role making a real difference in children’s lives.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for the role.
LingoClub is a vibrant after school and holiday childcare setting in Hove, offering engaging, language-rich activities after school and during school holidays. Our aim is to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where children can learn, play and grow with confidence.
We celebrate creativity, curiosity and kindness — providing high-quality care that supports children’s wellbeing and development in line with the EYFS.
We’re a friendly, supportive team who believe in the power of play, positivity and communication — in both English and Spanish — to inspire children every day.
Role Overview
As Early Years Manager, you will support the day-to-day running of our after-school and holiday club, ensuring the highest standards of care, play and safeguarding. You’ll manage the early years children, oversee planning and delivery of bilingual activities, maintain compliance with Ofsted and EYFS requirements, and build strong relationships with parents, children and the school community.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone passionate about early years education, bilingual learning, and creating a fun, caring environment where children thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Management
Work with the club manager to support daily operations of the wraparound setting, ensuring a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
Support and motivate a friendly team to deliver high-quality play and learning experiences.
Build strong relationships with families and children.
Curriculum and Quality
Deliver and evaluate play-based, bilingual (English/Spanish) activities aligned with EYFS principles.
Promote children’s development, wellbeing and independence through engaging, age-appropriate experiences.
Monitor and record children’s development and play in line with EYFS and setting policies.
Maintain a rich, language-based learning environment in keeping with LingoClub’s ethos.
Safeguarding and Compliance
Act as co-Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the setting.
Ensure all policies, procedures and statutory requirements (EYFS, Ofsted, Health & Safety, GDPR) are followed.
Keep accurate records of attendance, incidents, accidents and medication.
Conduct regular risk assessments and audits.
Administration
Support the recruitment and onboarding of new staff.
Prepare for Ofsted inspections and ensure ongoing readiness.
Essential Requirements
Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education/Childcare, or a commitment to complete one.
English and Spanish speaker.
Experience and confidence working with children.
Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain).
Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain).
Desirable
Designated Safeguarding Lead training.
Experience in wraparound or out-of-school provision.
Understanding of bilingual or language-based learning environments.
Why Join LingoClub?
Warm, friendly and supportive team environment.
Opportunity to shape a growing, creative childcare setting.
Ongoing professional development and training.
Rewarding role making a real difference in children’s lives.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for the role.