Wraparound Care Assistant

Durham County Council; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 3,700 - 4,600; Part time

Job summary

Wolsingham Primary School, administered by Durham County Council, is seeking a Wraparound Care assistant to join the after-school provision. The role runs 11.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 15:15–17:30 during term time, starting 2 November 2026.

The post focuses on creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children after school. Experience with children in play or school settings is preferred, along with enthusiasm, reliability, and good organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in play, childcare, or school settings.
• Friendly, enthusiastic, and responsible individual who enjoys working with children.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Commitment to providing a safe and engaging environment and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities that cater to a range of interests and age groups.
• Ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all children attending the club.
• Supervise and support children's play, social interactions and well-being.
• Communicate effectively with parents, school staff and external agencies as needed.
• Maintain health and safety standards and safeguarding procedures at all times.

Job description

Required to start Monday 2nd November 2026. 11.25 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 15:15 – 17:30, term time only.

We are looking for a dedicated and creative Wraparound Care assistant to join the thriving wraparound care provision at our friendly and welcoming primary school. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children at the end of the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities that cater to a range of interests and age groups
• Ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all children attending the club
• Supervise and support children's play, social interactions, and well-being
• Communicate effectively with parents, school staff, and external agencies as needed
• Maintain health and safety standards and safeguarding procedures at all times

The successful applicant will:

• Have experience working with children in a play, childcare, or school setting
• Be a friendly, enthusiastic, and responsible individual who enjoys working with children
• Have strong organisational skills
• A commitment to providing a safe and engaging environment

Our school offers:

• happy, enthusiastic children who enjoy coming to school
• a highly motivated, friendly and caring staff team
• excellent opportunities for professional development and support
• the support of a committed Governing Body and Leadership Team

Standard term time only pay is calculated on the basis of the following:

• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)

For example:

Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service:

38 weeks (term time) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 45 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service:

38 weeks (term time) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 46 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.

Closing date: 16/10/2026

Interview date: to be confirmed

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Wolsingham Primary School

Uppertown,

Wolsingham

Bishop Auckland

County Durham

DL13 3ET

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

https://wolsingham-pri.durham.sch.uk/