Afterschool & Club Delivery Lead

Lincoln City Foundation7 months ago
Lincoln, United States
Hybrid
Part-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position: After school & Holiday Club Delivery Lead

Overview

After school & Holiday Club Delivery Lead —

Job Title: After school & Holiday Club Delivery Lead

Organisation: Lincoln City Foundation

Location: LNER Stadium, Lincoln (with delivery across community venues)

Salary: £13,218 per annum (FTE £24,454)

Hours: 20 hours per week

Contract: Part-time

Working Pattern: After school hours during term time + daytime hours during school holidays

About Us

Lincoln City Foundation is a community-focused charity working alongside Lincoln City Football Club to help individuals and communities lead happier, healthier, inspired lives. We deliver high-quality physical, social and wellbeing programmes and pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive employer that empowers staff to grow and develop.

The Role

We are looking for an energetic and delivery-focused After school & Holiday Club Lead to coordinate and lead our childcare and activity programmes. You will play a key role delivering:

  • Football Evolution player development sessions
  • Active Explorers holiday childcare provision
  • After school Clubs
  • Kellogg’s Football Camps

This is a hands-on role where you will create safe, engaging environments for early years and primary-aged children across multiple community venues.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Delivery & Leadership

  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of after school and holiday club provision
  • Deliver structured football and activity programmes across sites
  • Set high standards for behaviour, engagement and session quality
  • Coordinate a balance of sport, play and enrichment activities

Safeguarding & Compliance

  • Ensure all provision meets Ofsted requirements
  • Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (or deputy when required)
  • Oversee risk assessments and health & safety compliance
  • Maintain operational and regulatory standards across sessions

Child Development

  • Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities
  • Create inclusive environments supporting social, emotional and physical development
  • Adapt sessions to support children with SEND

Staff Management & Quality Assurance

  • Supervise and develop sessional staff
  • Ensure high-quality, consistent delivery
  • Provide feedback and support continuous improvement

Operations & Administration

  • Manage registers, bookings, attendance and reporting
  • Liaise with parents, schools and community partners
  • Support marketing and participant recruitment

Person Specification

Essential

  • Experience working with early years or primary-aged children
  • Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements for after school/holiday settings
  • Experience leading or coordinating childcare, education or sports programmes
  • Safeguarding knowledge (qualification preferred)
  • Ability to lead teams and deliver high-quality sessions
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable

  • FA coaching qualification or equivalent
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • Experience delivering football-based programmes
  • Experience working in a charity or community setting

Why Join Lincoln City Foundation?

We offer a supportive, inclusive workplace with opportunities to grow, develop and progress. Benefits include:

  • 23 days holiday (FTE) plus bank holidays
  • Free Lincoln City FC home fixture tickets
  • Free onsite parking (non‑matchdays)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Free children’s holiday club places
  • CPD opportunities and team events

Safeguarding Statement

Lincoln City Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are subject to references, a clear DBS check and safer recruitment procedures.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the Foundation Application Form which can be found on our website:

Foundation Application Form for After school & Holiday Club Delivery Lead and return it to:

We do not accept CVs.

If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact us at .

Required Skills

Organizational Skills
Childcare
Communication
Team Leadership
Child Development
Safeguarding