At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a fun and safe programme for kids aged 4-11, managing a dynamic team.
- Company: Join the JAG family, creating unforgettable moments for children across the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Family-friendly hours with no weekends and a supportive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Inspire young minds while having fun and being your true self at work.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a relevant qualification in childcare or education.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 14 £ per hour.
Location: Biggleswade Academy
Pay: Up to £14.00 per hour
Contract: Term time only, 26.25 hours per week. Wraparound hours 7.30am‑9.00am and 3.00pm‑6.00pm Monday to Friday
Start Date: September 2026
Responsibilities:
- Manage, direct, and assist your team in delivering a fun and safe program that keeps everyone motivated and happy.
- Ensure your team follows all policies and procedures to keep things running smoothly and safely.
- Keep the team on schedule with our clocking in/out system and manage any unexpected absences or late arrivals.
- Help manage the food ordering and preparation process to ensure kids are getting delicious and healthy meals.
- Join team meetings to discuss performance, identify areas for improvement, and share ideas to keep things fresh and exciting.
- Maintain effective communication between your team, parents, schools, leisure centres, and Central Operations.
- Plan and lead exciting activities that get kids moving, thinking, and creating!
- Set up and break down the setting, keeping everything safe and clean.
- Ensure policies are followed by your team and are effectively implemented.
- Be the champion of health and safety, always ready to provide first aid if necessary.
- Take charge and step up as the Setting Manager in their absence.
- Inspire kids to develop healthy minds, bodies, and attitudes!
How to know if you’re the right fit for JAG:
- You’re the ultimate kid-at-heart and have experience working with 4-11 year olds.
- You hold an appropriate qualification in childcare, sports coaching, education or similar.
- You’re a natural leader with experience managing small teams and working on your own initiative.
- You love creating meaningful moments for people and strive to understand their needs.
- You are skilled at problem-solving and can handle feedback and complaints with ease.
- You genuinely care about people and create unexpected experiences that make them go 'wow!'
- You work well under pressure and are an excellent listener who can explain anything to anyone.
- You approach tasks with a can-do attitude, switching up priorities and thinking on your feet.
What’s in it for you?
- Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured.
- Discounted wraparound and holiday club care for your own children.
- Workplace pension scheme and secure employment options.
- Paid training and ongoing personal & professional development.
- Structured 4-week induction to set you up for success.
- Recommend-a-friend rewards.
- Family-friendly hours – no weekends!
- A workplace where you can truly be yourself, have fun, and let your personality shine.
Join the JAG Family! At JAG, our people make us special. Every single day, our amazing teams create unforgettable moments for children across the UK. If you’re ready to inspire young minds, share your love of sport, and be part of something bigger, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be a Deputy Manager and start your adventure today!
Deputy Manager in Biggleswade employer: Junior Adventures Group UK
Join a vibrant and supportive team as a Multi-site General Manager in Kent, where your leadership will directly contribute to building brighter futures for children. With a strong focus on personal and professional development, you will enjoy a fun and inclusive work culture that values creativity and initiative. Benefit from a structured induction, ongoing training, and a range of employee perks, all while making a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Junior Adventures Group UK Recruitment Team
