Location: Cromwell Community College, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire
Contract: Permanent, 4 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Working Pattern: Monday 07:30 - 08:30, Wednesday 15:30 - 17:00, Friday 15:30 - 17:00
Salary (Actual): ALT Grade C -£2,333.71 to £2,351.78
Help create a safe, positive start or finish to every child's school day.
We are looking for a caring and dependable BASC Assistant to support the breakfast and after‑school club at Cromwell Community College in Chatteris. Working with children across the College community, the role centres on providing attentive supervision, encouraging positive play and participation, and helping the club run smoothly. We are looking for someone who communicates warmly with pupils, manages behaviour calmly and consistently, and takes a practical approach to children's individual needs. With safeguarding and wellbeing at its heart, this is a hands‑on opportunity to become part of a supportive team and make a valued contribution to children's daily experience of school.
Summary of Key Responsibilities
- Supervise pupils throughout breakfast and after‑school club sessions, maintaining a safe, orderly and welcoming environment.
- Encourage participation in activities and support positive behaviour, play and relationships.
- Safeguard pupils' health and welfare, reporting concerns or incidents promptly and following academy policies.
- Assist children with food, hygiene, dressing and other individual needs while encouraging independence.
- Prepare, clear away and safely store dining furniture, activity resources and club equipment
All appointments will be subject to pre‑employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.
To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 4 months' probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act.
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Breakfast and After School Club Assistant in Chatteris employer: Coast and Vale Learning Trust
Appleton Academy, as part of Exceed Academies Trust, offers a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. With a strong focus on professional development and employee growth, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to a positive school atmosphere. Located in a vibrant community, this role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on students' lives but also provides a chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in education.
Contact Details:
Coast and Vale Learning Trust Recruitment Team
