Wrap Around Care Assistant

Charing Church of England Primary School; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Charing Church of England Primary School is seeking a friendly After-School Club Assistant to support wrap around care, supervise children aged 4 to 11, and help deliver engaging activities in a safe, welcoming environment.

The role is 12.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3:15pm - 5:45pm during term time (38 weeks). The successful candidate will work with staff to ensure high standards of care, safety, and enjoyment for all children.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or similar setting (preferred).
• A caring, patient, and positive attitude.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the wrap around care provision.
• Provide direct supervision and care for children aged 4 to 11.
• Assist in planning, organising, and delivering a variety of enjoyable and age-appropriate activities.
• Promote the safety, welfare, and safeguarding of all children at all times.
• Build positive relationships with children, encouraging inclusion, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with parents, carers, and school staff.
• Maintain accurate records in line with school procedures and safeguarding policies.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of healthy snacks, ensuring dietary requirements are met.
• Help maintain a welcoming, positive, clean, and well-organised environment.
• Support colleagues in ensuring the provision operates effectively and meets the needs of all children attending.

Skills

Childcare experience

Patient attitude

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Charing Church of England Primary School are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and responsible individual to join our team as an AfterSchool Club Assistant. In this rewarding role, you will support the day-to-day running of our wrap around care provision, helping to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children. You will work closely with colleagues to provide high-quality care, supervise children, and support a range of stimulating activities that promote children's wellbeing and development.

This post is for 12.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3:15pm - 5:45pm term time only (38 weeks).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the wrap around care provision.
• Provide direct supervision and care for children aged 4 to 11.
• Assist in planning, organising, and delivering a variety of enjoyable and age-appropriate activities.
• Promote the safety, welfare, and safeguarding of all children at all times.
• Build positive relationships with children, encouraging inclusion, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with parents, carers, and school staff.
• Maintain accurate records in line with school procedures and safeguarding policies.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of healthy snacks, ensuring dietary requirements are met.
• Help maintain a welcoming, positive, clean, and well-organised environment.
• Support colleagues in ensuring the provision operates effectively and meets the needs of all children attending.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or similar setting (preferred).
• A caring, patient, and positive attitude.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a positive difference to children's experiences before and after the school day, helping to create an enjoyable and supportive environment where they can thrive.

We warmly encourage visits to the school. To arrange a tour or an informal conversation, please contact the school office.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.