The JK Team
At JK, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, happy, and truly cared for. Creating a warm, nurturing environment where children can thrive is at the heart of everything we do.
As a mum myself, I understand just how important it is to find a place you can trust completely. Your children mean everything to you—and they mean everything to us too.
Our wonderful team is what makes JK so special. Each member of staff is carefully chosen, fully trained, and genuinely passionate about supporting children as they learn, grow, and flourish.
We’d love for you to meet our friendly team and see first-hand the care, dedication, and positivity they bring every day.
Meet Our Team
Our team are all carefully selected by Jo, we have a core team throughout the term time, in the holidays we have students who join us and add some extra fun.
All the JK team are required to have an Enhanced DBS check and this is carried out by the JK Club. The team are also required to have completed the training in Safeguarding (refreshed annually) , Prevent duty (Refreshed annually) and food and hygiene (Refreshed every 3 years). We use an online company called Flick for our training and there are lots of other childcare related training which we also complete throughout the school year, including; SEND training, inclusion training, behaviour management training etc.
Most of the team are fully Qualified in Paediatric first aid, which includes anaphylaxis training.
All the team wear lanyards that states their level of training.
JK Jo
The Owner/Manager - Lead Designated Safeguarding Officer - Qualified to level 5 at JK since 2003
Nicole
Deputy Manager - Deputy Designated Safeguarding Officer, Qualified to level 3 at JK Since 2014
Suzanne
Supervisor, Qualified to level 2, at JK since 2006
Rumi
Playworker, Qualified to level 3 at JK since 2020
Holly
Playworker, unqualified, at JK since 2024
Ellie
Playworker - Qualified to a level 3, at JK since 2019
Abbie
Playworker, Unqualified, at JK since 2023
Chloe
Playworker, Unqualified, at JK since birth!! (JK Jo's Daughter)
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement
JK Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including:
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Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks
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References from previous employers
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Verification of identity and qualifications
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Right to work in the UK checks
JK Club follows Working Together to Safeguard Children and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) safeguarding requirements.
We are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for all children.