Company description
We run Coding and STEM Education After-school Clubs for children aged 5-15 years old under the Code Ninjas umbrella. We're passionate about kids developing the skills they need to thrive in the digital economy, while having fun building computer games.
Job description
We are looking for a Manager to join our team of dynamic, energetic, forward-thinking minds, working towards our collective goal of providing a fun and safe learning environment for children.
Do you have experience working with children? Are you a passionate, ambitious, dependable, business-minded leader? Do you enjoy taking responsibility for a project and seeing it through to success? If so, this could be the role for you.
In return, Code Ninjas Aylesbury will give you a fun and inspiring environment that will enable you to develop your skillset, whilst building your business acumen and managerial experience in a role that will help shape the minds of our future leaders.
Schedule (20-25 hours):
At least 3 days onsite Monday, Tuesday or Thursday ~3-7pm, and Saturdays 8am-3:30pm
Holiday camps and other events may also require onsite at times during holidays
Key Responsibilities
Operational
- Oversee the daily operations of the club and the tutoring team to ensure effective delivery of the club's various programmes.
- Timely opening up, preparation and closing of the venue.
- Ensure the club is a fun and safe learning environment for our students.
- Uphold company standards with respect to cleanliness, heath & safety, and operational expectations.
- Exercise agile thinking to resolve issues quickly and in a logical manner.
- Close relationship with the company owners to update on club progress, operational issues, and team performance.
- Oversee implementation of latest activities and technology to the club.
- Prepare and organise for club events and holiday camps.
Sales/Marketing
- Explain to prospective parents how Code Ninjas works and answer their questions.
- Professionally present leaflets/marketing materials at the club.
- Support the Marketing Lead in club marketing activities.
HR/Staff
- Manage the tutoring team rota and staff development, performance reviews.
- Oversee staff training and implementation of new technology and activities, induct new staff onto the team.
- Support HR lead with recruitment efforts for the team.
Customer Services
- Communicate effectively with parents to understand and define children’s learning needs, and develop a relationship with them.
- Engage with children in the club to make them feel welcome and support their development.
- Ensure parents understand their child's progress and what activities they are undertaking
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Essential
You will need to have a fun, energetic and ‘can-do’ attitude, with the following essential skills or experience:
- People management experience.
- Computer literate.
- Experience of managing, overseeing or educating children aged 5+
- A keen enthusiasm for working with kids or working within an educational establishment.
- Must be personable with customers and have excellent communication skills.
- An ability to bring the best out in others and provide a supportive team environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoy adapting to change and problem-solving in a logical manner.
- Pro-active mindset, pay attention to detail and deadlines.
Desirable
Not a must, but ideally you will also have some experience in:
- Special education needs training or work experience.
- Working with the general public (retail or other customer facing roles).
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.00-£16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Code Ninjas Aylesbury club manager
Expected start date: 06/01/2025
