After School Club Assistant in Sheerness

St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and responsible individual to join our team as a After School Club Assistant. In this rewarding role, you will support the day-to-day running of our wrap around care provision, helping to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children. You will work closely with colleagues to provide high-quality care, supervise children, and support a range of stimulating activities that promote children's wellbeing and development.

This post is for 9 hours, 3 days per week (days can be discussed at interview) term time only (38 weeks).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the wrap around care provision.
• Provide direct supervision and care for children aged 4 to 11.
• Assist in planning, organising, and delivering a variety of enjoyable and age-appropriate activities.
• Promote the safety, welfare, and safeguarding of all children at all times.
• Build positive relationships with children, encouraging inclusion, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with parents, carers, and school staff.
• Maintain accurate records in line with school procedures and safeguarding policies.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of healthy snacks, ensuring dietary requirements are met.
• Help maintain a welcoming, positive, clean, and well-organised environment.
• Support colleagues in ensuring the provision operates effectively and meets the needs of all children attending.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or similar setting (preferred).
• A caring, patient, and positive attitude.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a positive difference to children's experiences before and after the school day, helping to create an enjoyable and supportive environment where they can thrive.

St Georges CofE (Aided) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to follow the relevant safeguarding procedures, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.