Job Introduction
Hours negotiable depending on candidate and needs of the business. 38 weeks per year (term time). Initial contract will run to the end of July 2026 with a view to moving to a permanent contract. We would also like to hear from those who may be looking for casual work.
Kings Worthy Primary School provides breakfast and afterschool club care for Kings Worthy primary School pupils, 5 days per week from Year R to year 6.
The Afterschool Club Assistant will assist the Supervisor with the day-to-day delivery of the wraparound service for children, ensuring that they are well cared for and can develop personally, socially and educationally in a safe, caring and challenging environment..
Key responsibilities will include:
- Assist in the day to day running of the Afterschool provision ensuring that the service meets the care, play and educational needs of the children effectively and efficiently, as well as satisfying government guidelines.
- Set-up play equipment, ensuring that it is in good and usable condition, and inform the Supervisor of any problems.
- Engage with children and assist in delivering the wrapround activities programme.
- Prepare rooms and resources as assigned by the Supervisor. Attend to daily duties and ensure that play equipment and materials are cleared away and safely stored at the end of each session.
- Prepare food as required and assist children with the selection and distribution of refreshments. Ensure food, hygiene and allergy procedures are followed and catering equipment and its storage are in good and usable condition, and inform the Supervisor of any problems.
- Ensure the safe storage of play and provision equipment, adhere to Health and Safety requirements.
The successful candidate will ideally have experience working in a childcare setting but this is not essential as training will be offered. A first aid qualification would be advantageous, however again, full training can be provided for the right candidate.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
