At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage and inspire children through fun activities in a vibrant after school club.
- Company: Daven Primary School, part of The Learning Partnership Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, discounts, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and staff wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun and being creative.
- Qualifications: Experience with children; Level 3 Early Years qualification preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 26325 - 32175 £ per year.
Daven Primary School prides itself on being an inclusive community where every member is valued and treated with mutual respect. Our core values - Brave, Kind and Curious - sit at the heart of everything we do, shaping both our curriculum and our daily school life.
The Learning Partnership, together with the Headteacher, is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for an After School Club Practitioner to join our team. We are looking for a skilled candidate who is committed to our vision and values, is reliable and resilient, and is passionate about helping our children to thrive.
Candidates will have previous experience working with children and be able to engage and inspire the children through extra-curricular activities. As an After School Club Practitioner, you will play a key role in creating a vibrant, playful and safe environment for the children. You will lead outdoor and indoor play, creative activities and serve nutritious snacks, ensuring every child feels included and valued. Ideally, the successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification. The candidate needs to have the relevant experience, and it would be desirable but not essential to hold an NVQ Level 3 qualification or higher.
Salary:
- Grade 4: Candidate holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification and can support Nursery wraparound provision. FTE £25,584 to £25,990 pro-rata per annum with working hours (actual salary from £8,949 to £9,091).
- Grade 3: Candidate does not hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification and will support the After School Club only. FTE £24,796 to £25,186 pro-rata per annum with working hours (actual salary from £8,673 to £8,810).
Working hours will be 15 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, term time only, Monday to Friday 3:00pm - 6:00pm. The deadline for applications is 1st September 2026. Interviews will be arranged for the week commencing 7th September 2026.
The Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), and appropriate online searches in line with the requirements in Keeping Children Safe in Education (2026).
The Learning Partnership is committed to the promotion of equality of opportunity and the elimination of discrimination; all applicants should note that they will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of disability, gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation and marital status or any other discrimination which is unfair or unreasonable. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at The Learning Partnership.
We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater outcomes for children. We are proud to be an employer that holds Disability Committed and Menopause Friendly status. The Trust is 'happy to talk flexible working'. Flexible working increases workplace diversity by making roles accessible to those with caring responsibilities (primarily women), disabled staff, and both older and younger workers.
After School Club Practitioner at Daven Primary School in Congleton employer: Over Hall Community School
Daven Primary School is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and nurturing work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives. With a focus on inclusivity and well-being, the school provides opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that staff feel valued and empowered in their roles. Located in a vibrant community, working here allows you to engage with families and contribute positively to the local area.
Contact Details:
Over Hall Community School Recruitment Team
