At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a fun and safe environment for children in an out-of-school club.
- Company: Join a caring team dedicated to enriching children's lives.
- Benefits: Earn £14.32 per hour with flexible hours and holiday pay.
- Other info: Multiple positions available across various locations in Amber Valley.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Team player with a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 14.32 - 14.32 £ per hour.
Responsible to: Wraparound Coordinator
Rate of Pay: £14.32 per hour (inclusive of enhanced holiday pay)
Working Hours: Between Monday to Friday, any time between 7.15am - 9am and 2.45pm - 6.15pm (Please still apply if you are only able to cover some/all of these days/times)
Contract Type: Casual
Work Base: Multi site, Amber Valley (currently Alfreton Christ the King, Ripley St Johns and Belper Long Row). If you are able to travel to either one or all of these, please still apply!
Multiple positions available!
Job Description
Purpose & Scope
To help support a safe, caring, and enriching out-of-school club environment in which children can enjoy healthy food, stimulating activities and be made to feel welcome and cared for by a dedicated staff team. This will include working with the Out of School Club Manager in:
- The effective and smooth operation of the breakfast/after school club, with the needs and interests of the child as the first priority.
- Maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for the attending children.
- Ensuring that the club is served by accurate and up-to-date record keeping. Reporting concerns and safeguarding/child protection concerns to the Out of School Club Coordinator.
- Maintaining communication with the Out of School Club Coordinator, and with the Head of Children and Families Outreach when required. Including reporting safeguarding/child protection concerns.
- Ensuring the club is run in accordance with Valley CiDS policies, procedures, and ethos.
- Diligently ensuring that children enjoy a safe and nurturing environment in which all risks are eradicated or minimised and managed at a satisfactory level.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- To follow the directives of the club manager in order to provide a safe and nurturing environment for the children, with creative and appropriate play opportunities.
- To help supervise all club activities (including monitoring attendance, set up and pack down) and the children (including behavioural and emotional needs, first aid).
- To help with planning and preparation for sessions as required.
- To serve healthy meals meeting food hygiene regulations.
- To keep accurate records of accident/injury reports and safeguarding when required.
- To develop and maintain a good working relationship with school staff, parents, and carers, ensuring clear communications concerning children accessing the clubs.
- To adhere to all relevant organisational and departmental policies. This includes but is not limited to, Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Whistle Blowing.
- To attend training events as required (which may include during school holidays in agreement with your line manager), attending one to one meeting with your line manager on an agreed date in the school holidays.
- To undertake any other duties, compatible with the role, that are required.
- On occasion be prepared to rotate and/or cover other Zest clubs in the local area.
Person Specification
Essential
- Can embrace and uphold the ethos, vision, and values of Valley CIDS at all times.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team, whilst also being able to use own initiative when needed.
- Ability to work well under pressure, following manager directions as part of a team.
- Committed to the importance of equality, equity, diversity & inclusion when working with children and colleagues.
- Able to deliver a range of appropriate children’s activities (and plan on occasion).
- Highly motivated, innovative, and resourceful.
Desirable
- Previous experience of having worked in a childcare or educational setting.
- Safeguarding/Child Protection
- Food Hygiene Level 2
- Paediatric First Aid
If you are interested in applying for this post, please download the application pack (found below) which details the full job description and person specification.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will therefore be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Casual Out of School Club Assistant employer: Valley CIDS
Valley CiDS is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. Located in Swanwick, UK, employees benefit from enhanced leave, company sick pay, and pension options, alongside opportunities for professional growth through team collaboration and leadership roles. Join us to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while enjoying a rewarding career in a nurturing environment.
