Centre Coordinator (Part-Time | 10 Hours per Week)

Centre Coordinator (Part-Time | 10 Hours per Week)

Be the person every parent trusts.

STEM for Kids UK , we're inspiring children aged 5-15 through exciting, hands-on STEM experiences. But behind every great class is someone who makes everything run effortlessly.

We're looking for that person.

Someone who enjoys being organised, loves working with children and families, communicates with confidence and warmth, and naturally takes ownership.

You'll be the reassuring face of our Buckhurst Hill centre, the first person parents turn to, and the one who ensures every session feels welcoming, professional and memorable.

This is not a teaching or technical STEM role.

It's an opportunity to become the heartbeat of a growing children's centre where you'll genuinely make a difference to families every week.

This is a part-time role requiring a commitment of minimum of 10 hours per week, including:

One weekend day

• Either
• Saturday or Sunday , from
• (6 hours)

One weekday afternoon

• Either
• Wednesday or Thursday evening
• (approximately 4 hours)

Your working days will be agreed upon before you join and will remain consistent each week.

Please apply only if you're able to commit to this regular weekly schedule.

What You'll Do

• Be the first point of contact for parents, answering enquiries and ensuring every family feels valued and supported.
• Coordinate the smooth running of classes, bookings, attendance and day-to-day centre operations.
• Prepare classrooms and resources so instructors can focus on delivering fantastic sessions.
• Welcome children and families, creating a warm, safe and professional environment from the moment they arrive.
• Capture photos and short videos during sessions for use on our social media channels, while following safeguarding and consent guidelines.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, organisation, safeguarding and health & safety across the centre.
• Help organise trial sessions, holiday camps and centre events, ensuring every visitor has a memorable experience.
• Who We're Looking For

You'll thrive in this role if you are

• A polished and confident communicator who enjoys interacting with parents and children.
• Highly organised, dependable and someone who naturally takes ownership.
• Calm under pressure with excellent attention to detail.
• Warm, approachable and able to build trust quickly with families.
• Comfortable representing a premium children's brand in a professional manner.
• Familiar with, or able to relate well to, the expectations of families in the local community.
• Someone who enjoys making things happen behind the scenes while creating exceptional experiences for others.

Experience That Would Be Great

You don't need a STEM background. We'd love to hear from you if you've worked in areas such as:

• Children's activities, schools, nurseries or childcare.
• Hospitality, front-of-house or customer service.
• Reception, office administration or centre coordination.
• Community, leisure or family-focused organisations.
• Event coordination or client-facing roles.
• Premium retail or service environments where professionalism mattered.
• Any role where organisation, communication and responsibility were central to your success.

Why Join STEM for Kids UK?

• Become the trusted face of a growing children's centre.
• Build genuine relationships with wonderful local families.
• Enjoy a varied role where no two days are the same.
• Work with a friendly, supportive and ambitious team.

If you have children, they can attend our STEM programmes free of charge.

• Gain responsibility and ownership from day one.
• Be part of a business that's making a real difference in children's lives.
• Safeguarding
• STEM for Kids UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

The successful candidate will be expected to follow all safeguarding procedures and will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check before commencing employment.