Wraparound Care Assistant

Wiltshire; Devizes; On-site; GBP 22,698 - 27,742; Part time

Job summary

Wansdyke School in Devizes, Wiltshire, is seeking a dedicated Wraparound Care Assistant to support after-school provision. The role involves planning activities, ensuring a safe, caring environment, and coordinating with staff and parents to deliver high-quality care for primary-aged children.

The post is part-time (7 hours 10 minutes per week) on a fixed term until 31 August 2027, with a pro rata salary of £25,220 per annum (£13.07 per hour). Closing date and start date are stated in the job ad.

Qualifications

• Food handling experience or certificate required or willingness to complete one.
• First Aid training is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to work with children in a play/educational setting.
• Strong team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, flexible attitude with a caring approach to children.

Responsibilities

• Support the Wraparound Care Leader in day-to-day operations of after-school provision.
• Plan and organise a range of activities suitable for primary-aged children.
• Ensure a safe, caring and stimulating environment for all attendees.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Contribute to delivery of high-quality activities and safe daily routines.

Skills

Food handling

First Aid

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Experience with children

Communication

Education

Food handling certificate

Job description

Salary: £25,220 pro rata per annum (£13.07 per hour)

Hours of work: Part time 7 hours 10 minutes per week

Contract: Fixed term until 31st August 2027

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Wansdyke School for further information.

A bit about us:

We are a vibrant non-denominational single form entry primary school, educating children between the ages of 4 and 11. Located in the market town of Devizes, Wiltshire, we are proud to have very incredible children, who show exceptional behaviour and attitude to learning.

We have a supportive parent body and a 28 place Complex Needs Resource Base, which supports children with additional needs from across the county. Our passionate staff are committed to raising standards and achieving excellence and, in 2021, we retained our ‘Good’ Ofsted rating and were praised for providing a purposeful and engaging curriculum, which allows pupils to flourish personally and academically. We are part of Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to improve local education and draw on collective experience.

All about the role:

Wansdyke School is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Wraparound Care Assistant to support the Wraparound Care Leader in managing the day-to-day operations of our after-school provision.

The successful candidate will ensure a safe, caring and stimulating environment for all children who attend. This role involves assisting with the planning and organising of a range of activities suitable for primary-aged children, taking into account their interests and developmental needs.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for delivering high quality and exciting opportunities for children;
• Has strong interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work with a variety of pupils, staff and parents;
• Is self-motivated, energetic and proactive and will support in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality education and care for all of our children;
• Has experience of working with children in a play / educational setting;
• Has Food handling experience and/or a Food handling certificate (or willingness to complete one)
• Is a strong team player
• Has a positive and flexible attitude
• Can demonstrate a warm and caring approach with children;
• Is First Aid trained (advantageous).

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
• A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
• Opportunities for training and progression
• The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
• A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

Find out more and apply:

For information about this role, and to apply, please visit our Acorn Careers Page at: https://www.eteach.com/careers/wansdyke-wiltshire/application-register?vacancyId=1565318&lang=en-GB&src=wiltshirebulletin to complete an application form by the closing date.

Closing date (and time): Friday 21st August 2026 at 12pm

Interview date: TBC

Commencement date: September 2026

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

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