Breakfast Club Assistant
Whickham area
£14.50 plus per hour
Part Time role Monday to Friday
7.15 am - 8.45 am and then 3.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Temporary short / long term.
About the Role
My client is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and reliable Breakfast Club and After‑School Club Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will help provide a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for children before and after the school day.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and support children during breakfast club and after-school sessions.
- Organise and lead age-appropriate activities, games, and crafts.
- Prepare and serve healthy snacks and refreshments.
- Ensure the safety, well‑being, and inclusion of all children.
- Promote positive behaviour and encourage social interaction.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies at all times.
- Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and colleagues.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or youth setting.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Caring, patient, and approachable nature.
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
Desirable:
- Relevant childcare qualification (Level 2 or 3).
- First Aid qualification.
- Experience planning activities for children.
What They Offer
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- The chance to make a positive difference in children's lives.
Safeguarding Statement
School Name is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and relevant safeguarding checks.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
