Childcare Worker - St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Dorset Council; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 8,300 - 8,500; Part time

Job summary

St Joseph’s School in Christchurch is seeking a positive and enthusiastic Childcare Worker to join the Starlight After School Club. The role is part-time term-time only, 14 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 3pm–6pm and Friday 3pm–5pm, with hourly rates of £13.48–£13.70 and a paid annual salary range of £8,337–£8,469 (April 2026 pay award).

The contract is permanent and starts immediately. You will work with the Senior Childcare Worker to provide a safe, secure and stimulating environment for

Qualifications

• Positive and enthusiastic individual to work with our after-school club.
• Commitment to high-quality childcare and inclusive practice.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding checks and DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment for attendees.
• Assist the Senior Childcare Worker and support staff in daily activities.
• Occasional hours to support Breakfast Club before school may be available.

Skills

Positive attitude

Inclusive practice

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Childcare Worker

Part-time / Term-time only

14 hours per week

Monday to Thursday, 3pm-6pm; Friday, 3pm-5pm

CC3.12 Grade 4 SCP 4-5

Hourly rates £13.48 to £13.70

Salary Range: £8,337 to £8,469 per annum (April 2026 Pay Award)

Permanent contract to start immediately

We are looking for a positive and enthusiastic individual to work with the Senior Childcare Worker to provide a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment for children who attend our Starlight After School Club. We are looking for candidates who are committed to the provision of high quality childcare with a positive approach to inclusive practice. There may also be the opportunity to occasionally work additional hours to support our before school Breakfast Club.

Closing date for applications: Friday 25th September 2026

Interviews in the week commencing 28th September 2026

We reserve the right to close this advert early and to interview before the closing date. We would therefore recommend applying early.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

The school will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern. St. Joseph’s School is committed to equal opportunities.

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

About Us

About the School

St Joseph’s is a warm and friendly primary school with wonderful children and staff. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where all pupils can develop and thrive. We are committed to providing a learning environment where every young person can achieve their goals.

We offer a team that is fully supportive. We are able to coach and enable professional development.

We Welcome Someone Who Shares Our Christian Ethos.

‘The school has high expectations and aspirations for all pupils. Pupils meet these expectations well. There is a purposeful and calm learning atmosphere, which begins in Reception Year’.

Ofsted Inspection June 2024