We are looking for Childcare Practitioners to join our bank of staff at Redbrick Academy Oldham on a zero-hours contract. You will help run our After-School and Holiday Club, which looks after children aged 5 to 15.
This is a flexible role. Shifts are offered as and when needed, to cover after-school sessions and holiday clubs, and you can accept the shifts that suit you.
Typical shifts:
- After-School Club: 3pm to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday, term time
- Holiday Club: 9am to 5pm during school holidays
- Planning and delivering fun, safe play activities in a caring environment.
- Collecting children from school and handing them over safely to parents and carers.
- Preparing snacks and refreshments, and keeping to hygiene, health and safety standards.
- Supporting children with homework and reading.
- Administering first aid when necessary.
- Setting up and tidying the play space, including moving furniture and equipment.
- Involving children in planning activities and listening to their ideas.
- Keeping simple records, such as registers and incident logs.
- Building good relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- Following the club’s policies and procedures, including safeguarding.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Set ground rules that encourage good behaviour and respect for others.
- Respect confidentiality and promote inclusion.
- Promote equality, value diversity, and challenge discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
- Comply with all policies, legislation and codes of practice of Redbrick Academy.
About You
- Level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent (ideally)
- Experience of working with children aged 5 to 15
- Paediatric First Aid, child protection and food hygiene training (or willingness to complete them)
- Reliable, flexible and able to work as part of a team
- Good communication skills and enough English to ensure the wellbeing of the children
- Able to use your own initiative and judgement
All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks, and will complete our Safeguarding Training and Induction Programme.
Job Types: Zero hours contract
- Flexible shifts
- On-site parking
Redbrick Academy is a trading style of The Next Aspect Limited in England and Wales 09244175
Registered address: 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London W2CH 9JQ
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Childcare Practitioner (Zero Hours) in Oldham employer: Redbrick Academy
Redbrick Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff while providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both employees and students. Located in Manchester, we offer flexible working hours that accommodate your schedule, alongside opportunities for professional development and collaboration with a dedicated team of educators and specialists. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs, where your contributions are valued and celebrated.
