Out of School Club Assistant

We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Out of School Club Assistant to join our friendly team, supporting children in a fun, safe and engaging environment before and after the school day. Read more about our provision here About the Out of School Club - Kings Priory School

Hours of Work-

2 x Term Time - Monday - Friday, 22.5 hours per week, 37 weeks per year

1 x Term Time - Monday - Friday, 15 hours per week (afternoons only) 37 weeks per year

• Breakfast Club: 7.30-9:00am
• After School Club: 3:00-6:00pm

These hours are ideal for:

• Anyone looking for work that fits around other commitments
• Those with commitments during the day
• Those keen to gain experience working in education / with children
• Semi-retired individuals looking for rewarding part-time work
• Teaching assistants seeking additional hours

School Holidays

• You will have 7 weeks fully off during the school holiday periods (much of it as paid annual leave)- 2 weeks at Christmas, 1 week at Easter, 3 weeks during the Summer and 1 week during the October break.

Working weeks during the holiday period as follows-

Holiday club is open during the remaining 8 weeks of the year and you will work 22.5 hours per week during these weeks. We will agree the working pattern with you but this could be 3 fully days per week leaving the remaining 2 days off each week. The exact pattern will be agreed in advance allowing you to plan around your other commitments.

About the role

You'll help create a welcoming and stimulating environment where children can play, learn and socialise. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and engaging children in a range of activities
• Supporting children's wellbeing and development
• Ensuring a safe, inclusive and positive environment
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Following safeguarding and health and safety procedures

What we're looking for

You don't need to have worked in an Out of School Club before, what's most important is your enthusiasm and ability to connect with children. We'd love to hear from you if you are:

• Friendly, patient and approachable
• Creative and able to help deliver fun activities
• Reliable and able to work as part of a team

What we offer

• A rewarding role making a difference to children's lives
• Training and development opportunities - these posts are available due to internal promotions within our school
• Hours that fit around other commitments
• The opportunity to build valuable experience working with children

Apply today and become part of a team that helps children start and end their school day with a smile.

If you wish to discuss this role or have any queries please contact Sarah Taylor, Out of School Club Manager on the contact details given.