After-School Care Assistant — Safe, Fun Activities for Kids

Acorn Education Trust; Trowbridge; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

West Ashton Church of England (V.A.) Primary School is seeking a dedicated Wraparound Care Assistant to support the after-school club led by the Wraparound Care Leader. The role is fixed-term until 31 August 2027 and part-time (8 hours 15 minutes per week) with sessions from 3:15 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday to Thursday and 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm on Friday, for 38 weeks per year.

We value warm, energetic staff who are passionate about providing safe, engaging activities for children aged 3–11, and who have

Qualifications

• Has a passion for delivering high quality and exciting opportunities for children.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work with pupils, staff and parents.
• Self-motivated, energetic and proactive; supports safe, high-quality education and care.
• Experience of working with children in play/educational settings.
• Food handling experience and/or a Food handling certificate (or willingness to complete one).
• Strong team player with a warm and caring approach to children.
• First Aid trained (advantageous)

Responsibilities

• Support the Wraparound Care Leader in managing day-to-day operations of the after-school club.
• Assist with planning and organising a range of activities suitable for primary-aged children.
• Ensure a safe, caring and stimulating environment for all children attending the club.

Job description

West Ashton Church of England (V.A.) Primary School is seeking a dedicated Wraparound Care Assistant to support the after-school club led by the Wraparound Care Leader. The role is fixed-term until 31 August 2027 and part-time (8 hours 15 minutes per week) with sessions from 3:15 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday to Thursday and 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm on Friday, for 38 weeks per year.

We value warm, energetic staff who are passionate about providing safe, engaging activities for children aged 3–11, and who have