AFTER SCHOOL CLUB TEAM MEMBER

Lancashire County Council; Tarleton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Longton Primary School in Preston, Lancashire, is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Out of School Club Assistant to support the Club Manager in providing high-quality care and activities for children after school. You will help create a safe, caring environment and promote development across physical, emotional, social and intellectual areas.

The role is part-time, term-time only, with pro-rata pay for hours worked.

Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable: child care qualification or willingness to undertake training.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Support the Club Manager in planning and delivering play activities and outings.
• Provide high-quality care and support for children, including those with additional needs.
• Supervise children during club activities to ensure safety and well-being.
• Assist with snacks and meals preparation/serving.
• Assist with administrative tasks and communication with parents.
• Help maintain a clean and safe club environment.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork ability

Independent working

Education

Child Care Qualification

Paediatric First Aid

Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply)

Job description

Location Longton Primary School, School Lane, Longton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 5YA (214 on roll). Tel: [phone]. School website: www.longton.lancs.sch.uk Summary About the School and Club: Join a well-established and highly popular after-school club renowned for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. Our school takes pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative team, dedicated to delivering high-quality care and engaging activities.

You will work with children who are a true delight—happy, confident, and thriving academically, socially, and emotionally. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant community committed to making a positive impact on children's lives.

Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Out of School Club Assistant to support the Club Manager in providing high-quality care and activities for children in the afterschool club. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe and caring environment, promoting physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of the children, and assisting the Club Manager in ensuring the smooth operation of the club.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Club Manager in planning and implementing play activities and outings for children
• Provide a high standard of care and support for children, including those with special needs
• Manage and supervise children during club activities, ensuring their safety and well-being
• Assist with the preparation and serving of snacks and meals
• Help with administrative tasks, such as record-keeping and communication with parents
• Support the Club Manager in maintaining a clean and safe environment
• Safeguarding and keeping children safe is our highest priority.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of special events and activities

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis. The amount shown is the full-time equivalent.

Desirable Qualifications

• Child Care Qualification if not you will needto undertake one if successfully appointed.
• Paediatric First Aid if not you will need to undertake this training
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply)

Essential Experience

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working with children in a similar setting
• Basic first aid and child protection training (or willingness to complete)

For an informal discussion please contact: Kelly McDowell, Longton Primary School

Equal Opportunities statement An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.