Salary: Surrey Pay Job Family PS5-PS7 (depending on experience),
Contract: Permanent contract, term time only,
Hours: 17.33 hours per week, however we are keen to offer flexibility and welcome applications from candidates seeking a range of working hours. The successful candidate will support the leadership and operation of our breakfast and afterschool provision, with additional hours potentially available for the right individual.
Role Purpose
The postholder will be responsible for the development, leadership and day-to-day management of the school breakfast and afterschool club, providing a safe, inclusive and caring environment where children can relax, play and learn. The postholder will organise daily routines, lead staff, maintain records, ensure safeguarding compliance, manage resources, liaise with parents and professionals, and contribute to the ongoing development and success of the provision.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage and develop the Breakfast and Afterschool Club provision, ensuring a safe, stimulating, inclusive and nurturing environment for all children.
- Organise and oversee the day-to-day operation of the provision, ensuring the smooth running of all sessions.
- Plan, deliver and evaluate a varied programme of play, learning and enrichment activities appropriate to the ages, interests and developmental stages of the children.
- Organise daily routines that support children's emotional, social, physical and intellectual development.
- Promote children's wellbeing, independence, confidence and positive behaviour at all times.
- Ensure the safety, welfare and safeguarding of all children attending the provision and report any concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead in accordance with school procedures.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, equality, data protection, food hygiene and all school policies and procedures.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, carers, school staff, external agencies and other professionals to support children's development and wellbeing.
- Manage, supervise, support and motivate playworkers and club staff, ensuring high standards of performance and conduct.
- Set clear expectations for staff and provide guidance, coaching and day-to-day leadership.
- Manage staffing levels within the provision and organise appropriate cover for staff absences.
- Attend meetings with the School Business Manager and/or Headteacher and provide regular updates on the operation and development of the provision.
- Prepare and submit termly activity plans, timetables and progress reports as required.
- Plan weekly snack menus in accordance with School Food Standards and healthy eating guidance.
- Oversee the safe preparation, handling and serving of food, ensuring strict compliance with food hygiene regulations and children's dietary, allergy and medical requirements.
- Maintain accurate attendance registers, ensuring all children are signed in and out and that records are completed accurately.
- Maintain accident records, health records and all other administrative documentation required for the effective operation of the club.
- Administer and monitor stock levels, purchasing and resource allocation in accordance with school financial procedures.
- Order food, equipment and resources in a timely manner and provide ordering information as required.
- Ensure equipment and resources are maintained, checked regularly and kept in good working order.
- Ensure all areas used by the provision are left clean, safe, organised and tidy at the end of each session.
- Monitor the effective use of resources and identify opportunities for improvement and development.
- Support the preparation for Ofsted inspections, audits and quality assurance processes and implement recommendations arising from inspections.
- Contribute to the development, review and implementation of policies, procedures and risk assessments relating to the provision.
- Provide first aid and support children in accordance with their individual healthcare plans and medical needs.
- Take responsibility for the safe collection of children at the end of each session and follow school procedures where children are not collected on time.
- Attend relevant training, meetings and professional development activities to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills.
- Contribute proactively to the continuous improvement and development of the Breakfast and Afterschool Club.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post as directed by the Headteacher or School Business Manager.
Person Specification
- Educated to A Level, HNC or equivalent qualification, or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through relevant training and/or practical experience.
- Experience within childcare, playwork, education or a related setting, together with a sound understanding of the requirements of the role. A relevant Level 3 or Level 4 qualification would be advantageous, but candidates with substantial relevant experience and the ability to demonstrate the necessary skills and expertise are equally encouraged to apply.
- Understanding of relevant regulations, legislation, processes and procedures relating to childcare, safeguarding, health and safety, food hygiene and extended school provision.
- Experience of working with children within a school, childcare, playwork or similar setting.
- Experience of supervising, leading, coordinating or supporting the work of other staff.
- Understanding of child development and the ability to plan activities that meet the emotional, social, physical and intellectual needs of children.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures and the ability to apply these appropriately in a school environment.
- Typically, previous experience of working within a relevant environment.
Skills and Abilities
- Competent in a range of IT applications and systems, including Microsoft Office, electronic record-keeping systems and other administrative software.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils, parents, carers, colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritise workloads effectively and manage competing demands within a busy environment.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and make appropriate decisions with minimal day-to-day supervision.
- Ability to identify issues, analyse information, solve problems and implement improvements to systems, processes and service delivery.
- Ability to maintain accurate records, prepare reports and ensure that information is recorded and stored appropriately.
- Ability to lead, motivate, support and develop staff to ensure high standards of performance and service delivery.
- Ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with parents, carers, school staff and external professionals.
- A methodical and organised approach to planning, record keeping, monitoring and reporting.
Personal Qualities
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Professional, approachable and able to act as a positive role model for children and staff.
- Reliable, flexible and able to respond positively to changing priorities and operational needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team whilst also demonstrating initiative and leadership.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to undertake relevant training.
Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment, DBS and Employment of Ex-Offenders
Langshott Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Children's Barred List check, together with all other pre-employment and safer recruitment checks required under Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), including satisfactory references, verification of identity, qualifications, right to work, prohibition checks (where applicable) and online searches as part of the school's due diligence process. Applicants are required to disclose any relevant criminal record information in accordance with current legislation, including any unspent convictions, cautions, warnings, bind-overs, pending criminal proceedings or current police investigations. Any information disclosed through the recruitment process, including spent convictions or cautions where relevant, will be considered in accordance with statutory guidance, DBS filtering rules, safeguarding requirements and the school's commitment to fair and equitable recruitment practices. Failure to disclose relevant information that is subsequently revealed through pre-employment checks may jeopardise any offer of employment. It is a criminal offence for an individual who is barred from working with children to seek or undertake regulated activity with children. Employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of all safer recruitment procedures. Further information regarding DBS disclosures, filtering rules and the school's policy on recruiting ex-offenders is available upon request. Our Child Protection Policy is available on our website.
Langshott Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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