Vacancies

Waverley School & Nursery is an Independent school which offers an excellent standard of education for children aged 3 months to 11 years. 

We can offer the right candidates  a close knit,  supportive community where every child is known and valued, and the opportunity to contribute to a school which consistently delivers high academic achievement and a passion for learning.

Waverley School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

After School, Breakfast and Holiday Clubs Manager - Applications close 13/4/26

Waverley Prep School is seeking a highly organised, passionate and creative After School, Breakfast and Holiday Clubs Manager to lead and develop this vital part of our care offering.

Role Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity to reinvigorate our Breakfast, After School and Holiday Clubs, where we provide a fun, safe and engaging environment for children of 5 – 11years. Our Breakfast and After School Clubs offerpupils the chance to relax, socialise and participate in a range of activities at the start and end of the school day. Our Holiday Club enables children to experience new challenges, have fun and make new friends during school holidays and half-terms.

The role is a permanent position which will operate 51 weeks a year (Waverley is completely closed for one week a year at Christmas). The Clubs Manager reports to the Head and is regarded as a key senior member of Waverley staff.

About Us

Waverley Prep School is a thriving independent primary school located in Finchampstead, Wokingham with a warm, family-oriented ethos. Our busy Breakfast and After School Clubs are a crucial and essential part of our school’s offering, operating 5 days a week from 7.30am-8.30am and 3.30pm-6pm. Our Holiday Club is open to both Waverley and non-Waverley children of primary school age. Together, our clubs operate 51 weeks a year.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily running of the Breakfast, After-School Club and Holiday Club.
• Plan and deliver a variety of active, relaxing and creative activities.
• Explore and implement new activities to keep our clubs revitalised and appealing.
• Ensure a safe and fun environment for all children.
• Supervise and engage with children.
• Manage, encourage and work with Waverley’s small team of Clubs staff as well as a number of external specialist activity providers.
• Maintain registers, records and communications with parents.
• Ensure the provision runs in line with school safeguarding and health & safety procedures.
• Work with the school’s Senior Management Team, marketing department and Club staff to provide a smoothly-run, fun and varied clubs programme that operates within budget.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with children in a school or childcare setting, preferably in an After School and/or Holiday Club setting.
• Is organised, reliable and confident in leading activities.
• Proactive to explore and initiate new ideas in our clubs offering.
• Has excellent communication, PC skills and is a team player.
• Is enthusiastic about supporting children’s wellbeing and development.
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and child welfare.
• Holds NVQ Level 3 or higher (or equivalent) in childcare.

Remuneration

Salary will be dependent upon experience. Waverley salaries are highly competitive and the role also has a bonus. Lunch included depending on working hours. Waverley promotes professional development and the role will be supported by a passionate Senior Management Team.

Hours of Work

There is flexibility regarding working hours but this is not a term-time only position.

Application Process

Waverley Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will therefore be subject to an enhanced DBS check and online search. To ensure we follow the latest safer recruitment processes, internal applicants will need to apply for the role and follow the same application and recruitment process the same as any external candidate. This includes completing Waverley’s full Application Form, at least two references are required and there would be a full formal recruitment process.

To apply, please email recruitment@waverleyschool.co.uk to request an Application Form.

The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 13^th April 2026.

Nursery Educators

We are recruiting for qualified and non-qualified Nursery Educators. Please email recruitment@waverleyschool.co.uk for more information.

About Waverley

Waverley Preparatory School is a nationally renowned independent Pre-Prep, Prep School, and Nursery, located in Wokingham in Berkshire. We are extremely proud of our consistently strong national academic rankings – 13 years ‘Best in Berkshire’ and currently 15th in the UK. We believe that we achieve these outstanding academic results by providing a stimulating yet nurturing educational environment for all our pupils, aided by a very strong management and staffing team.

Key Facts About Our School

• Waverley is a single form entry school with small class sizes.
• We offer a broad curriculum, challenging pupils to achieve and reach their full potential.
• The core ethos is of Waverley is a personalised child-centred teaching approach, coupled with a strong family ethos.
• Standard school hours are 8.30am to 3.30pm, although we run an optional wrap-around care system from 7.30am – 6.00pm.
• The school is purpose-built with a modern well maintained building and new classroom equipment.
• Consistently strong academic results, with many of our Year 6 leavers also attaining scholarships to Secondary Schools.

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Contact our Recruitment Team

Please email recruitment@waverleyschool.co.uk or call the School Office on 0118 973 1121.