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Afterschool and Holiday Club Delivery Lead

Lincoln City Foundation
Organisation
Lincoln City Foundation
Salary
£13,218 per annum (FTE £24,454 per annum)
Location
LNER Stadium, Lincoln, LN5 8LD
Contract type
Permanent (Part time)
Closing date
17 April 2026
Job Description
Afterschool & 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: Afterschool 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 Afterschool & 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
• Afterschool 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 afterschool 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 afterschool/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 and return it to: hr@lincolncityfoundation.co.uk
We do not accept CVs.
If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact us at 01522 563792.

How to apply
To apply, please complete the Foundation Application Form which can be found on our website https://www.lincolncityfoundation.com/ascandhc and return it to: hr@lincolncityfoundation.co.uk We do not accept CVs.
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