At a Glance
- Tasks: Create fun, engaging experiences for children through play and activities.
- Company: Join a purpose-driven agency focused on rewarding work in education.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive, dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Perfect for energetic individuals who love working with kids and fostering their development.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a passion for their wellbeing is essential.
The predicted salary is between 17 - 17 £ per hour.
Location: Gateshead
Hours: Flexible shifts, Monday - Friday between 8:00am - 6:00pm
Start: September
Pay: £16.50 - £17.00 per hour
Contract: Temp to Perm
Do you love creating fun, engaging experiences for children? Are you passionate about helping young people learn through play, build friendships, and enjoy a safe, supportive environment outside of the classroom? Milk Education is working in partnership with a fantastic primary school in Whickham, Gateshead, to recruit a Kids' Club Assistant to support their popular wraparound childcare provision and school holiday clubs.
Role Overview
As a Kids' Club Assistant, you'll work with children from Nursery through to Year 6, delivering exciting activities, encouraging creativity and play, and helping create a welcoming environment where every child feels happy, safe, and included. Whether you're leading games, getting stuck into arts and crafts, supporting outdoor play, or helping children unwind after the school day, no two days will be the same. This opportunity is perfect for energetic, caring individuals who enjoy working with children and want to make a positive impact every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting Children's Play & Development
- Deliver fun, engaging indoor and outdoor activities for children of all ages
- Encourage creativity, teamwork, confidence, and independence through play
- Build positive relationships with children and support their social and emotional development
- Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where every child can thrive
- Wraparound & Holiday Club Support
- Support breakfast, after-school, and holiday club sessions
- Supervise children during free play, structured activities, snacks, and mealtimes
- Prepare activity resources and maintain clean, organised play spaces
- Ensure children's safety and wellbeing throughout each session
- Working as Part of the Team
- Work closely with colleagues, parents, and school staff
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and childcare policies at all times
- Contribute ideas for exciting activities and themed holiday club programmes
- Help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the provision
Essential Criteria
- Experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare, holiday club, sports coaching, or similar setting
- A genuine passion for supporting children's wellbeing and development
- Positive, enthusiastic, and approachable personality
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, proactive, and flexible approach to work
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Must live locally to Gateshead - no relocation
Desirable:
- Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare or Early Years qualification
- Paediatric First Aid qualification
Why Work with Milk Education?
Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency with a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for.
Kid's Club Assistant in Gateshead employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic environment for aspiring Behaviour, Pastoral, or Cover Specialists in Bradford. With a focus on professional development and valuable classroom experience, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying consistent hours and a positive school culture. Join us to build your career in education and contribute to a thriving community.
