After School Club Assistant Qualified

Wise Owls Ltd; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Health and wellbeing programme

Staff referral scheme

Blue Light Card access

Staff discounts

Free flu vaccinations

Uniform provided

Staff social events

Discounted childcare for employees’ or

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Wise Owls Childcare in Maidenhead is seeking qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our Clubs team. Opportunities include full-time, part-time and term-time roles in after school and holiday clubs, with a view to delivering high-quality childcare and supporting children's learning.

You will create a nurturing environment, build strong relationships with children and families, and contribute to planning age-appropriate activities while upholding safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years Practitioner or relevant equivalent.
• Experience supporting children's learning and development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing of children.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development through play and activities.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Ensure high standards of care, safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities.
• Support daily routines including meals, personal care and outdoor play.
• Maintain a clean, safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Work as part of a team to deliver outstanding childcare and education.

Skills

Early years qualification

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Child development

Education

Level 2 Early Years

Level 3 Early Years

Job description

Pay:From £12.71 per hour

Wise Owls Clubs Maidenhead

Wise Owls Childcare is looking for qualified and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to join our Clubs team. We have a range of full-time, part-time and term-time opportunities available in our after school club and holiday club settings.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development, enjoys working as part of a team, and is committed to delivering high-quality childcare.

About the Role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play an important part in creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children can thrive.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children’s learning and development through play and planned activities
• Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and wellbeing
• Contributing to the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities
• Supporting children’s daily routines, including meal times, personal care and outdoor play
• Maintaining a clean, safe and stimulating learning environment
• Working as part of a team to deliver outstanding childcare and education

Depending on the role, you may have the opportunity to work with children from 8 weeks to 14 years of age across our nursery and wraparound care settings.

Flexible Hours

We offer a range of flexible options, for example:

• Option A:Monday–Thursday (12 hours/week) | 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
• Option B:Monday–Friday (15 hours/week) | 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
• When:Term time only (for opportunities to work full-time, get in touch with us as we have a lot of flexible options)

What we offer

We are committed to supporting our team and providing opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Staff referral scheme
• Blue Light Card access
• Employee discount and gym discount schemes
• Free flu vaccinations
• Uniform provided
• Staff social events
• Discounted childcare for employees’ children
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Safeguarding

Wise Owls Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be required to complete a full application process and undertake an enhanced DBS check.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for practitioners who share our commitment to providing the very best outcomes for children and families. At Wise Owls, qualifications and experience matter, but so do your values, attitude and approach to working with others.

You’ll be someone who:

• holds the relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 preferred)
• Puts children’s safety, wellbeing and development at the centre of every decision.
• Creates a warm, nurturing environment where every child feels valued, included and able to thrive.
• Brings enthusiasm, positivity and a sense of fun to each day.
• Builds trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues through honesty, kindness and respect.
• Works collaboratively and contributes to a strong team culture, supporting others and celebrating success together.
• Takes pride in their work and presents themselves professionally at all times.
• Is open-minded, listens to others and values different perspectives.
• Looks for opportunities to inspire children’s curiosity, creativity and love of learning.
• Shares ideas, embraces continuous improvement and contributes positively to the development of the setting.
• Demonstrates integrity by doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.

Our Values

Everything we do is guided by our core values:Nurture, Enjoyment, Belonging, Trust, Inspiration and Respect.We believe every child, family and team member should feel supported, included and empowered to thrive. We foster a culture where wellbeing comes first, learning is exciting, relationships are built on trust, and everyone is treated with dignity and kindness.

Why Join Wise Owls?

At Wise Owls, we take pride in everything we do and in everything we achieve together. We invest in our people, encourage professional growth, and work hard to create an environment where staff feel supported, appreciated and empowered to make a difference every day.

What to Expect From Us

At Wise Owls, we believe that the quality of care we provide for children starts with how we support our team.

When you join Wise Owls, you can expect:

• A welcoming and supportive team that wants you to succeed.
• Leaders who are approachable, supportive and invested in your growth.
• Opportunities for ongoing training, development and career progression.
• A workplace where your ideas are valued and your contribution is recognised.
• High standards, clear expectations and the support needed to achieve them.
• A culture built on kindness, professionalism, teamwork and mutual respect.
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to children’s lives every single day.