After School Club Assistant

We are recruiting a part‑time after school club assistant to support the delivery of a safe, engaging, and inclusive after school provision for children aged 4–11. This role is ideal for candidates seeking a school support staff job, education assistant role, or childcare work within a primary school setting. Working closely within the after school club and wider school team, you will help create a positive environment where children feel safe, supported, and motivated outside of normal school hours. Location: Mead Vale Primary School Hours: 11 hours and 45 minutes per week Working pattern: Monday to Thursday, 3:15pm – 5:45pm, Friday 3:15pm - 5:00pm, term time only Closing date: 14 Oct 2026 Interview date: 16 Oct 2026 Start date: 2 November 2026 Key Responsibilities: Support the planning and delivery of after school activities and creative play Supervise children and ensure a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment Collect pupils from classrooms and assist with snacks and drinks Set up, pack away, and safely store play equipment and resources Maintain positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and staff Support accurate attendance and departure records Report any safeguarding, behaviour or health and safety concerns in line with school policy Follow all school, trust, safeguarding, GDPR, and child protection procedures Who Are We Looking For? Someone Who Is: Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Has the ability to work effectively as part of a team Has good communication and interpersonal skills Is caring, reliable, and professional approach to working with children About Us: Mead Vale Community Primary School has sat within the heart of the Worle area of Weston-super-Mare since 1977, providing an extraordinary education for children aged 4-11 years old. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: courage, curiosity, and community and we do this be ‘working hard’ and ‘being kind’. Providing the best opportunities for our children sits at the heart of our school community. As a valued member of staff at Mead Vale, you will bring passion and commitment to sharing your love of learning with our children. This post is exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974