After School Club Assistant

Giles Junior School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Giles Junior School in London is seeking an After School Club Assistant to work 12.5 hours per week, 3:00–5:30pm, term-time only. You will help plan and deliver activities that support children's social, physical, creative and emotional development through play.

Working under the After School Club Manager, you will supervise children, help prepare snacks, keep attendance registers, ensure safe collection by carers, tidy the club area and follow safeguarding procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-age children.
• Understanding of play and child development.
• Ability to build positive relationships.
• Commitment to inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise children during activities.
• Prepare, serve and clear away refreshments.
• Maintain attendance registers and support safe collection by parents and carers.
• Keep the club environment tidy and report unsafe equipment.
• Follow the school's safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Caring

Enthusiastic

Reliable

Communication skills

Teamwork

Good behaviour management

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Job description

After School Club Assistant — Giles Junior School

Hours: 12.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 3:00-5:30pm
Working pattern: Term time only
Salary: H2

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable After School Club Assistant to join our team and help children enjoy a safe, welcoming and stimulating end to their school day.

Working under the direction of the After School Club Manager, you will help plan and deliver activities that encourage children’s social, physical, creative and emotional development through play.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and supervising children during activities.

• Preparing, serving and clearing away refreshments.

• Helping maintain attendance registers and supporting safe collection by parents and carers.

• Keeping the club environment tidy and reporting unsafe equipment.

• Following the school’s safeguarding procedures.

We are looking for someone with experience of working with school-age children, an understanding of play and child development, and the ability to build positive relationships. You should be a supportive team member with good communication skills, high expectations for behaviour and a commitment to inclusion. A good standard of general education and a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification are required.

Giles Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.