At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead breakfast and after-school clubs, creating fun activities for children.
- Company: Join a modern, inclusive primary school in Nottingham with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and access to professional development courses.
- Other info: Enjoy 24/7 support and opportunities across England and North Wales.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun at work.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a Level 3 qualification in Childcare or related field.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Milk Education are recruiting for a purpose-driven, enthusiastic Wrap Around Care Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Nottingham on a long-term basis starting in September 2026.
Hours: 7-9 am (leading breakfast club) and 3-6 pm (leading after-school club).
You’ll be joining a modern, inclusive, and supportive school environment that actively champions values such as diversity and equality, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged to thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and creating a fun, engaging, and nurturing environment before and after the school day.
What You’ll Be Doing in the Role:
- Providing high-quality care and supervision for children during breakfast and/or after-school club sessions
- Planning and delivering fun, creative, and age-appropriate activities
- Promoting inclusion and encouraging positive relationships between pupils
- Supporting children’s social, emotional, and physical development through play
- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times
- Preparing and serving light snacks in line with school policies
- Working closely with school staff and communicating effectively with parents where appropriate
- Helping to maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming environment
Essential Requirements:
- Recent experience working with children in a school, childcare, nursery, or wrap around care setting
- A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents
- Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, Playwork, or a related field is essential.
- A genuine passion for supporting children’s development and wellbeing
Benefits to You:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Quick and efficient registration process with fast-track compliance
- Flexible working options to suit your availability
- 5-star rating with over 3,000 reviews across Google and Facebook
- Access to exclusive school and multi-academy trust partnerships
- FREE access to our Perks Portal with a wide range of discounts
- Ongoing professional development with 1,000+ accredited CPD courses via Milk Academy
- FREE wellbeing eBook and access to a dedicated wellbeing hub
- School Preparation Pack to help you feel confident and ready
- 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant via direct contact
- Access to our Unbottled programme, bringing impactful lived-experience speakers into schools
- Opportunities across a wide network of offices throughout England and North Wales
- Work with the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines. Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Wrap Around Care Assistant in Nottingham employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Liverpool. With significant progression pathways, generous incentives, and a supportive environment, we empower our team to thrive in their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance with 23 days off annually plus bank holidays.
