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Children’s Holiday Club Activities Facilitator

On-site in Manchester·Added 19 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Overview

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Manchester

    No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Experience working with children or young people (in schools, nurseries, clubs or community settings)

  • Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) in childcare, education, playwork, youth work or a related field

  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one before starting)

  • Understanding of safeguarding, child protection and equal opportunities

  • Confidence leading or facilitating group activities

  • Good communication, organisational and teamwork skills

  • A positive, flexible and proactive approach to working with children

  • Ability to maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive environment

  • Full work history and two satisfactory references

  • Right to work in the United Kingdom

Nice to have

  • Level 3 or higher qualification in childcare, education, youth work, playwork or sports coaching

  • PGCE, QTS or teaching assistant qualification

  • Experience delivering holiday clubs, after-school or enrichment programmes

  • Experience supporting children with additional needs

  • Paediatric First Aid certificate (or willingness to complete training)

  • Experience using basic IT systems for registers or reporting

  • Up-to-date safeguarding or child protection training

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Induction and safeguarding training before each programme

  • Competitive pay and flexible, seasonal work

  • Supportive, fun and inclusive work environment

  • All activity plans and materials provided

  • Ongoing support from staff and volunteers

  • The opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives in your local community

  • A friendly and inclusive environment where your contribution makes a real difference

  • Potential to return for future holiday clubs or community projects

We are reviewing applications and arranging interviews on a rolling basis, so please apply early.

  • Pay: Competitive hourly rate

  • Contract Type: Temporary / Seasonal / Fixed-Term - during school holidays (possible extension)

  • Start Date: December

We are committed to safeguarding. Offers are subject to reference checks and an enhanced DBS. We welcome applications from all communities and backgrounds.

The role

What you'll do

  • Deliver and lead daily activity sessions in line with programme plans

  • Supervise children during sessions, breaks and transitions, ensuring safety and wellbeing

  • Understand individual needs and adapt activities to include and engage all children

  • Encourage teamwork, confidence and positive participation

  • Set up and pack away spaces, materials and equipment each day

  • Support sign-in and sign-out procedures

  • Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

  • Promote inclusion, wellbeing and positive behaviour throughout the day

  • Follow safeguarding, behaviour management and health & safety procedures

  • Report incidents, accidents or concerns promptly to the Site Lead

  • Contribute to daily briefings and end-of-day reflections

  • Attend team meetings and required training sessions

The Role

We are looking for energetic and creative people who have experience working with children to deliver a range of exciting activities. As an Activities Facilitator you will plan and run fun and engaging sessions that keep children active, happy and involved during our holiday programme days. Activities may include arts and crafts, sports, themed challenges, STEM mini projects, drama, outdoor play and quiet-time sessions.

You will ensure that every child feels safe, included and confident enough to take part, creating positive and memorable experiences each day. Working alongside the Site Lead, staff and volunteers, you will help provide a welcoming space where children can play, learn and build friendships.

About Cede Foundation

In their own words

About the company & team

We are a Manchester-based charity that supports children, young people, and families in overcoming barriers and building sustainable futures.

We deliver Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programmes in partnership with local providers, offering safe, welcoming spaces where children can enjoy enriching activities, healthy meals and positive experiences during the school holidays.

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