Out of School Club Assistant

About the Role

We are looking for an Out of School Club Assistant to join our team at Longstanton Pre‑School in Cambridge. The setting is rated Good by Ofsted and has a score of 9.9 on Day Nurseries. The role offers a friendly, inclusive environment that puts children and families at the heart of our practice and provides excellent promotion and progression opportunities.

What We Offer

• 100 % discount on childcare and early education places (applicable to staff)
• Extensive training and career progression planning, including access to our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Support through FAMLY to reduce paperwork and give you more time to focus on children
• A generous workplace pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional leave for long service
• Birthday leave
• Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave
• Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme – up to £300 if a referred candidate takes a role
• Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) with 24/7 helpline, counselling, legal, debt, and life management advice, plus wellbeing resources
• Savings of up to 25 % on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan
• A dedicated mental health first aider to support your wellbeing

Job Purpose & Responsibilities

As the Early Years Assistant, you will:

• Provide creative and engaging learning opportunities for children
• Be a proactive member of the team, creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Support the Nursery Management team in delivering high‑quality care following policies and procedures

Requirements

• Previous experience with young children, with a friendly, flexible approach
• Willingness to undertake training leading to or working towards a recognised childcare qualification
• Required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service)

Hours, Weeks and Interview

Hours per week: 22.5

Weeks per year: 39

Virtual interview date: Monday 12th January 2026 (via Microsoft Teams – please download Teams if not already installed)

Employment Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Administrative

Industry: Education Administration Programs

EEO Statement

The Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and equal opportunities in employment. All staff are required to share this commitment and follow the prescribed policies and procedures to continuously promote a culture of safeguarding and equal opportunities across the whole organisation.

Find out more about our setting at: https://www.eyalliance.org.uk/longstanton-pre-school