Afterschool Club Assistant (Level 2) at Lilliput CE Infant School, Poole

Dorset Council UK; Poole; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking an Afterschool Club Assistant to join their team at Lilliput CE Infant School in Poole. This part-time role involves providing safe and enjoyable care for children after school, creating a stimulating environment for creative play. Ideal candidates will possess experience in a school environment, a positive attitude, and effective communication skills. The position offers £6,359 to £6,636 pro rata annually and starts in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Worked within a school environment.
• Experience of working with young children.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality care for children.
• Maintain a stimulating and enjoyable environment.
• Offer creative play opportunities.

Skills

Experience in school environment

Ability to communicate effectively

Positive attitude

Team player

Job description

Afterschool Club Assistant (Level 2)

Lilliput CE Infant School

11 hours, 2:45pm to 5:30pm Tuesday to Friday* (term time, 38 working weeks)

Grade D, SCP 5 to 6: £25,583 to £25,989 FTE (£13.26 to £13.47 per hour)

Actual salary: £6,359 to £6,636 pro rata per annum

Permanent, starting January 2026

We are recruiting for an Afterschool Club Assistant to join a team of practitioners who offer a safe, stimulating environment after school with high quality creative play opportunities for our pupils.

Under the supervision of the Afterschool Club Leader the candidate will provide safe, high-quality care for our children whilst maintaining a stimulating and enjoyable environment. Ideal candidates will have worked within a school environment and have experience of working with young children. They will be a team player, have a positive attitude and be able to communicate effectively with staff, children and their parents.

• The school would consider applicants for less than three days/a job share