Job Description
Summary:
After School Care Assistant job opportunity with a supportive and caring environment.
About the School:
A school with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and a wide range of co-curricular activities. It provides a nurturing and inspiring environment for students of all ages.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced After School Care Assistant to join our Preparatory School team. This role is essential in ensuring the safety, engagement, and well-being of children during after school hours. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a high-quality care experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise children and ensure their safety at all times
- Engage children in play, conversation, and optional activities
- Set up and manage a variety of activities for children to participate in
- Meet and greet parents and provide feedback on their child’s time at after school care
- Maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment for all children
- Support the smooth running of the after school care program
- Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and children
- Assist with administrative tasks as required
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- NVQ 2 or above in Child Care or equivalent, or experience working with young children
- First Aid Certificate (or willingness to acquire)
- The ability to encourage and inspire young people
- Good organisational skills
- The ability to use own initiative
- Committed to professional development and willingness to undertake appropriate training
Preferred
- Professional experience of working with pupils at KS1 and/or KS2
- Personal warmth to gain the confidence of pupils, staff, and parents
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and pro rata annual pay
- Term time only contract (36 weeks)
- Flexible working hours (Mon – Fri between 15.15 and 17.45)