After School Care Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Greater London is seeking a Care Assistant for their after school provision. This part-time role involves supervising and engaging with Prep School pupils aged 3 to 11. The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 3 qualification in childcare. Benefits include competitive salary and extensive professional development opportunities. The school's community values kindness and high standards of care, making this a rewarding position to join.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Membership of GDST flexible pension scheme

Access to professional development opportunities

Free life assurance benefit

Discount on fees for children

Free lunches during term time

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising children aged 3 to 11.
• Ability to create a safe and welcoming environment.
• Skills in engaging children with various activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during after school provision.
• Prepare and deliver activities for pupils.
• Ensure children's happiness and well-being.

Skills

Enthusiasm for childcare

Team collaboration

Activity preparation skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in childcare

Job description

Salary and Hours

Salary: £28,587 per annum, pro rata (Actual salary: £7,530 per annum)

Part time, term time only (Monday to Friday 2:30pm to 5:30pm)

Permanent

Care Assistant – After School Provision

Sutton High School is seeking an enthusiastic Care Assistant to support our exceptional after school care provision, Explorers, for Prep School pupils aged 3 to 11.

Working in our brand-new Explorers building, you will help deliver our provision of high‑quality care at the end of the school day. As part of a friendly and supportive team, you will contribute to a safe, welcoming environment by supervising children, preparing activities, and ensuring pupils are happy and well cared for at all times.

Hours for this role are 12.5 hours per week across five days, from 2:30pm to 5:30pm.

This is a great opportunity to join a vibrant school community that values kindness, curiosity and high standards of care. We are looking for a well‑qualified individual with an NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in childcare.

About Sutton High School

Sutton High School is an academically selective independent day school for 850 girls with an age range of 3 to 18 years. We are situated on a green and leafy site in central Sutton, close to excellent public transport links and major roads. Both Senior and Prep Schools are amongst the top schools in the country, with our A Level results placing us 69th in national rankings in 2024.

Sutton High School is characterised by a warm, happy and inclusive community, where girls support each other to aspire and achieve, and individuality is celebrated.

Why Sutton High School?

The school is a member of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST) and the Girls’ Schools Association (GSA). Membership of the GDST, the largest group of independent girls’ schools in the UK, gives us unrivalled opportunities for training and sharing of good practice in teaching and learning.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (up to 18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top‑up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
• 35 week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms with a two‑week break in the Autumn
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £740 per year)
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Good transport links
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

Application Information

Closing date: 12 January 2026

Interviews TBC. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should a suitable candidate be found, and we advise early application.

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Safeguarding and Child Protection

We are part of the GDST (Girls’ Day School Trust) and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.