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Our People

The people who make it magic

Every member of our team is carefully selected, fully qualified, and genuinely passionate about children's wellbeing. Get to know the faces behind Cornerstone Kids Clubs.

🎓 Level 3 Qualified
🛡️ Enhanced DBS Checked
🩺 First Aid Certified
❤️ Safeguarding Trained
🌱 Continuous CPD

Meet the Team

Experienced, caring, and committed to every child

Sarah Chen
Founder & Director

Sarah Chen

Founder & Club Director

Sarah founded Cornerstone Kids Clubs with one simple belief: that every child deserves a safe, happy, and enriching start and end to every school day. With over 15 years in early years and primary education, she leads the team with warmth, rigour, and a genuine love for the work.

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies Level 5 Leadership & Management DSL Trained
David Marsh

David Marsh

Operations Manager

David keeps everything running seamlessly behind the scenes. From timetabling and staffing to compliance and parent communications, his calm, organised approach means our clubs run like clockwork every single day.

CACHE Level 3 Food Hygiene Level 2
Emma Richardson

Emma Richardson

Breakfast Club Lead

Emma sets the tone for the whole day. Her warm welcome, nutritious menus, and calm morning routine mean children arrive to school settled, fed, and ready to learn. She has a particular talent for helping anxious children feel at home quickly.

Level 3 Childcare Paediatric First Aid Nutrition & Healthy Eating
James Okafor

James Okafor

After School Club Lead

James brings endless energy and creativity to after school sessions. His activity planning is legendary — from science experiments to mini Olympics, there's always something exciting on the go. Children simply love being around him.

Level 3 Playwork Sports Coaching (FA Level 1) Safeguarding Level 2
Marcus Webb

Marcus Webb

SEN & Wellbeing Lead

Marcus ensures our provision is genuinely inclusive for every child. With specialist training in SEND and a background in therapeutic play, he works closely with families and schools to make sure children with additional needs are fully supported and celebrated.

SENCO Trained Therapeutic Play Practitioner Mental Health First Aid
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Could this be you?

We're always looking for warm, enthusiastic people to join our growing team. If you love working with children and want a role that really makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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What We Stand For

The values that guide everything we do

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Belonging

We create a community where every child feels known, valued, and genuinely at home — whatever their background, ability, or personality.

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Growth

We believe in the potential of every child and every staff member. We invest in development, celebrate progress, and never stop learning.

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Safety

Safeguarding isn't a box to tick — it's the foundation of everything. Every decision we make puts children's safety and wellbeing first.

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Joy

Childhood should be full of laughter, play, and discovery. We make sure every session is a place children actually want to be.

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Interested in Joining the Team?

We offer competitive pay, flexible hours, genuine career progression, and the privilege of making a real difference to children's lives every single day.

  • Competitive hourly rates
  • School-hours friendly shifts
  • Fully funded training & qualifications
  • Supportive, close-knit team culture
  • Clear progression pathway
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