Job Description
Afterschool Assistant Grade 5 | Approx. £8,468 per annum - pay award pending Wednesday and Friday | 3:00pm – 6:00pm Hall Orchard CE Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and dependable Afterschool Assistant to join our dedicated wraparound care team. This rewarding role involves supporting the Afterschool Manager in providing a safe, engaging and nurturing environment for pupils at the end of the school day. The successful candidate will help deliver a range of fun and stimulating activities, supervise children, prepare snacks and refreshments, and support pupils’ wellbeing and development. We are looking for someone who: Has experience working with primary-aged children in a school, childcare or play setting Is positive, patient and enthusiastic Has strong communication and interpersonal skills Works effectively as part of a team Understands the importance of safeguarding and health & safety Has good literacy and numeracy skills Is willing to undertake training, including Food Hygiene and Paediatric First Aid In return, we offer: A welcoming and supportive school community Friendly and committed colleagues Opportunities for training and professional development A rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s daily school experience Hall Orchard CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to equality of opportunity.
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