Extended School Support TA (After School Club) - Christchurch Primary School, Lichfield

WMJobs; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Lichfield is seeking an Extended School Support Teaching Assistant for its after school club. This role involves supporting staff in caring for children and managing club activities, with hours Monday to Thursday, 3:15pm to 5:15pm during term time. The ideal candidate will have good communication skills and a strong understanding of numeracy and literacy. Commitment to child safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for children of relevant age.

Responsibilities

• Support club activities and care for children under direct instruction.
• Assist senior staff in managing the after school club.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to relate well to children and adults

Strong organisational skills

Basic knowledge of first aid

Ability to work as part of a team and independently

Proficiency with basic technology

Flexible approach to work

Education

Good understanding of numeracy and literacy skills

Participation in development and training opportunities

Job description

Christ Church CE Primary School - Lichfield

Extended School Support Teaching Assistant – After School Club

Monday to Thursday - 3:15pm to 5:15pm, term time only

You will work under the direct instruction of senior staff in an after school club setting. Your role involves providing support to the extended school support staff in caring for children and managing the club activities.

Experience

• Working with or caring for children of relevant age

Qualifications/Training

• Good understanding of numeracy and literacy skills
• Participation in development and training opportunities

Knowledge and Skills

• Good communication skills
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Strong organisational skills
• Basic knowledge of first aid (e.g., emergency first aid course)
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Proficiency with basic technology (computer, video, photocopier)
• Flexible approach to work

Closing date: Tuesday 2nd September 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 9th September 2025

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), which requires disclosure of all unspent and relevant spent reprimands, warnings, cautions, and convictions.

If shortlisted, an online search may be conducted as part of due diligence to identify any publicly available incidents or issues that may indicate unsuitability to work with children. These findings may be discussed during the interview.