At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with children through fun activities and provide care during breakfast and afterschool.
- Company: Join a vibrant team at Dovedale@Moulsham, part of Chelmsford College.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounted childcare, flexible hours, and paid training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available, perfect for students looking to earn while they learn.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed; just bring your enthusiasm and teamwork spirit.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
Dovedale@Moulsham is a breakfast and afterschool club linked to Dovedale Nursery, run by Chelmsford College. We are looking for dynamic and energetic individuals to join our expanding team at the Moulsham Infants School site on a casual basis. Qualifications are not required; experience is preferred but many opportunities for on‑job learning are provided by an experienced childcare team. We seek someone passionate about shaping young people's lives.
We provide care for children aged 4 to 11 from Moulsham Infants and Moulsham Junior School during term time.
Key responsibilities include:- Transporting children to and from school
- Planning and facilitating engaging activities
- Supervising and playing with children on the playground
- Preparing and serving meals
- Administering first aid (training provided on appointment)
- Maintaining cleanliness throughout the day
- Observing safeguarding procedures
- Learning to work with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Flexibility to perform multiple roles and work well as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Enthusiastic, proactive and willing to engage
- Professional, friendly, reflective and hardworking attitude
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure required
- Discounted childcare in the nursery and out‑of‑school clubs
- Discounted membership to Dovedale Sports Centre
- Opportunity to earn extra working hours overtime
- Overtime pay for hours above 37.5 per week
- Paid training including Paediatric First Aid, Level 2 Safeguarding, Food Hygiene, Health and Safety
- Pro‑rata pay
- Flexible working arrangements (job share, part time, alternate shifts)
Hours Monday to Friday term time only: Morning shift 7:00 – 9:00, Afternoon shift 2:45 – 6:30. The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share these commitments. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Casual Out of School Practitioner in Essex employer: Chelmsford College
Chelmsford College is an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives as a Casual Out of School Practitioner. With a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development through paid training and flexible working arrangements, employees can thrive while enjoying benefits like discounted childcare and sports centre membership. Join our dynamic team at the Moulsham Infants School site, where your passion for nurturing young minds will be valued and rewarded.
