After School Club Childcare Playwork Assistants Knaphill (Mon-Thurs)

KOOSA Kids; Woking; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Woking, Surrey, is seeking After School Club Childcare Playwork Assistants. The role involves engaging with children aged 4-11 in a supportive environment while coordinating activities. This part-time position runs Monday to Thursday from 2:50pm to 6:00pm, with a salary of up to £12.25 per hour and opportunities for training and professional development.

Benefits

Company pension

Discounted childcare

Holiday pay

Social activities

Professional development

Career progression

Qualifications

• Interest in working within a childcare or playwork setting.
• Reliability and ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience with children aged 4–11 years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the safe and organized running of the After School Club.
• Encourage children's participation in activities.
• Maintain clean activity areas at the end of the day.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Effective communication

Ability to engage with children

Energetic personality

Job description

Overview

After School Club Childcare Playwork Assistants Knaphill (Mon-Thurs), Surrey (GU21 2SX). Location: Knaphill, Surrey, GU21 2SX. Salary: Up to £12.25 per hour, plus holiday pay. Job Type: Part Time, Term Time Only. Hours: Monday – Thursday, 2:50 – 6:00pm. Closing Date: 24 October 2025.

Job Description

Looking for a fun, rewarding job in a friendly and supportive environment where your role is to engage and inspire children? KOOSA Kids are the leading provider of after school club, breakfast club and holiday club childcare and are passionate about delivering high quality childcare. KOOSA Kids are recruiting for After School Club Childcare Assistants at our Knaphill Lower School club in Woking, Surrey (GU21). This is a part-time, term-time-only role, working Monday to Thursday from 2:50 to 6:00pm.

The Role

As an After School Club Childcare Playwork Assistant, you will assist the After School Club Manager alongside other staff in the safe and organised running of the club, while actively and enthusiastically supporting and engaging children aged 4–11.

As an integral part of the team, you will help deliver a range of playwork activities such as Arts & Crafts, Sports, Team Games and other activities. Playwork involves removing barriers to play and enriching the play environment, while providing a safe and secure setting for the children in your care.

Responsibilities

• Actively and enthusiastically assist the After School Club Manager in the safe and organised running of the After School Club at Knaphill Lower School in Woking, Surrey (GU21).
• Help set up, organise and deliver a range of activities daily and proactively encourage children to participate.
• Assist in the preparation, serving and tidying away of snack time.
• Be aware of and maintain sensitivity for any children with additional needs (physical, behavioural, dietary).
• Develop strong relationships with all children to ensure they have fun at the club.
• Develop understanding of relevant Ofsted standards and KOOSA Kids internal policies and procedures, including safeguarding.
• Ensure all activity areas are left clean and tidy at the end of each day.

Skills & Experience

• Passion or interest in working within a childcare, early years or playwork setting.
• Fun and energetic by nature.
• Reliable with effective communication with colleagues and children.
• Ability to relate to and engage with children aged 4–11 years.
• Opportunities to gain qualifications and further growth and development; suitable candidates will be considered for training.
• Full training and induction provided for all After School Club Assistants.

This role would suit someone with experience in a Primary School, Pre-School or Nursery (e.g., Teaching Assistant, Early Years Educator or Nursery Assistant) or someone looking to move into the childcare industry.

Hours

Monday – Thursday, 2:50pm to 6:00pm, term-time only.

Company Benefits

• Company pension
• Discounted childcare
• Holiday pay
• Social activities
• Professional development
• Career progression and nationally recognised qualifications

KOOSA Kids are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Application

• First Name
• Last Name
• Email Address
• Telephone Number
• Address
• City
• County
• Post Code
• Upload your CV (doc, docx, rtf or pdf)
• Cover Letter / Additional Comments

Yes No

• Do you have the right to work in the UK?
• Are you in Knaphill, Surrey?
• Are you available to work Monday to Thursday from 2:50 to 6:00pm?

Additional Information

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Why choose KOOSA Kids for holiday, after school and breakfast club childcare?

• Outstanding, fun-filled out-of-school childcare
• Always offered at the lowest possible price
• Exceptional Ofsted track record with 10 clubs rated 'Outstanding'
• Dynamic, caring and fully DBS checked staff
• Wide range of fun-packed activities for all ages
• Exceptional value and quality
• Unlimited fun

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