After School Club Assistant - Mereside Primary Academy

Fcat; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Automatic pay progression

LGPS pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Family leave options

Free flu vaccine

Job summary

Mereside Primary Academy, part of Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT), is seeking an After School Club Assistant. The role supports before/after school activities, supervises pupils and helps with administration. It is a permanent, part-time position (12.5 hours) with TT+ 15 days, based at Mereside Primary Academy in Lancashire.

The role follows the NJC Pay Scale, Grade C (Points 5 to 6), with FCAT offering progression and a range of staff benefits. Closing date is 2 November 2026 at 9:00am.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills and/or qualifications in play work/childcare provision according to national requirements by the type of setting.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques for leading play activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver out of hours activities in line with the school plan and objectives and including a variety of educational and recreational activities.
• Undertake the supervision of pupils at all times, monitoring them and ensuring their safety and well-being (including entry to and exit from the premises).
• Assist in the set up and clearing of the premises, ensuring equipment is clean and safe.
• Supervise and co-ordinate staff.
• Assist with the day-to-day administration of the Before and After School provision, including record-keeping for pupils, parents / carers.

Job description

After School Club Assistant - Mereside Primary Academy

Academy: Mereside Primary Academy

Contract: Permanent, Part time (12.5 hours), TT+ 15 days

Salary: NJC Pay Scale, Grade C, Points 5 to 6

Closing date for applications: 2 November 2026, 9.00am

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

As a Multi-Academy Trust we work in partnership with educational institutions locally to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement. Full information about the trust and its work can be found on our website www.fcat.org.uk

About Mereside Primary Academy

Mereside Primary Academy caters for children aged 2-11 in a large, modern building located in spacious grounds. As a school we seek to provide an all-round education for children in a calm and nurturing environment. We have the highest expectations of pupil attainment, teacher performance and parental involvement and we encourage everyone to strive for excellence, in order to achieve potential.

We pride ourselves in knowing our children incredibly well and use this knowledge to motivate, encourage and care for them throughout their time at our school. Children here are at the heart of all we do and we continually strive to help each child find their strengths and talents so that they will flourish and be challenged. “The school is ambitious for pupils to achieve well” (Ofsted July 2024)

At Mereside, our motto is ‘Learning Together, Achieving Together’ which demonstrates our commitment with pupils, parents, staff, governors and the local community to nurture a culture of lifelong learning for all. Our children have access to creative, sporting, musical and cultural opportunities with a variety of extra-curricular activities. “This school is central to the local community that it serves. Pupils are happy and enjoy coming to school…pupils trust their teachers to care for them, including when they need comfort or reassurance” (Ofsted July 2024)

All of our work revolves around our three school ‘bees’ which includes our own hive and is incorporated throughout our Mereside Way which both children and staff live by. ‘Be kind, Be safe, Be ready’ is implemented every minute, every day and supported by our very strong pastoral team who ensure that the care, guidance and support our children receive is second to none and enables all children to be ready for their next stage of education. “Pupils behave well during lessons and around school. Staff encourage them to behave sensibly and to treat others with respect…pupils’ behaviour is addressed sensitively and effectively” (Ofsted July 2024)

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing support and development in your role
• Automatic pay progression annually for teaching and support staff
• 25% discount for FCAT in house Breakfast and After School Club provisions
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - employer contributions above 13%
• Flexible working hours - full time/part time or term time only supporting longer holidays
• A range of generous family leave options and pay
• 24/7 access to free health support services, including an online GP
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Free eye tests* (*conditions apply)

For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Maria Lydon, at [e-mail]

The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All staff are carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures that comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Following shortlisting this may include an online search and following an offer an enhanced DBS clearance.

Other Information

After School Club Assistant - Job Description

• To develop and deliver out of school activities to pupils (before and after school). Assist the before and after school manager to ensure the smooth running of activities.
• To act in accordance with FCAT’s policies and procedures.
• To act as a role model and work in accordance with the Trust values: pride, ambition, respect, resilience, integrity and excellence.
• To encourage and promote non-discriminatory behaviour and ensure equality and diversity is sustained within FCAT and our academies.
• To ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations and maintain confidentiality in your working practices each day.
• To ensure compliance with FCAT’s Health and Safety Policy at all times.
• To adhere to FCAT’s Safeguarding policy and procedures to ensure that the duty of care for all staff, including yourself to protect children and young people is maintained.
• Any other tasks and responsibilities reasonably appropriate to this post and grade.
• To attend mandatory training and participate in performance development as required.
• To work in support of the Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter.

Key Duties

• Develop and deliver out of hours activities in line with the school’s plan and objectives and including a variety of educational and recreational activities to meet pupil needs.
• Undertake the supervision of pupils at all times, monitoring them and ensuring their safety and well-being (including entry to and exit from the premises).
• Assist in the set up and clearing of the premises, ensuring equipment is clean and safe.
• Supervise and co-ordinate staff.
• Assist with the day-to-day administration of the Before and After School provision, including record-keeping for pupils, parents / carers.
• Develop good relationships with pupils, parents / carers and other school staff.
• Communicate with pupils to encourage participation in activities, support learning, development and healthy eating.
• Regular supervisory responsibility for the work of other before and after school staff, which may include line management responsibility.
• Supervises groups of pupils in recreational, learning and developmental and outside activities, under the direct instruction of senior staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding procedures.

Individuals in this role may also

• Produce reports/evaluations of Before and After School provision.
• Oversee the preparation of healthy snacks/food.
• Collect payment of fees.
• Work under the direction of senior staff.
• Demonstrate own duties to new or less experienced staff with no formal supervisory responsibility.

Indicative knowledge, skills and experience

• Knowledge, skills and/or qualifications in play work/childcare provision according to national requirements by the type of setting.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques for leading play activities equivalent to experience of delivering physical activities inside and outside the classroom.