After School Club Assistant

The Priors School, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 7RR

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  30 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 2.5hrs per week, Wednesday, 3.30pm-6.00pm, term time only.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade 4

What skills and experience we're looking for

RESPONSIBILITY FOR OTHERS: The post has some impact on the well-being of individuals or groups (ie physical, mental, social, health and safety).

RESPONSIBILITY FOR STAFF: The post has limited (or no) direct responsibility for supervising other staff though may be expected to demonstrate tasks or advise/guide new employees, work experience or trainees.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCE: The post has limited (or no) direct responsibility for financial resources other than occasional handling small amounts of cash, processing cheques, invoices etc.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PHYSICAL RESOURCES: The post has limited (or no) direct responsibility for physical resources, other than the handling and careful use of equipment (e.g. computer / PC).

TYPICAL TASKS:

• Prepare, deliver and participate in play opportunities/activities
• Set up and clear away after play sessions/activities
• Observe and provide feedback to supervisor on children’s development, play and learning experiences
• Provide care for the children including: delivering and collecting small groups to and from school, ensuring safe return to appropriate person
• Prepare and serve refreshments/snacks and clear away
• Assist with induction of new staff, students and volunteers
• Administer first aid as appropriate and according to policies
• Assist with children’s toileting and personal care
• Ensure that resources are maintained and clean, reporting loss/damage or low stock to supervisor
• Clean the facilities
• Work within the Children’s Act, adhering to standards and guidelines
• Understand and ensure Child Protection procedures, H & S policies, confidentiality procedures are adhered to.

QUALIFICATIONS/ TRAINING AND LIKELY ABILITIES:

• Have an understanding of working with and caring for children of the appropriate age range and understanding individual needs
• NVQ level 2 in EY or equivalent
• Understand good quality childcare
• Numeracy and literacy to be able to read, write, count, understand school policies, check registers
• Have good communication, listening and persuasion skills
• Able to present information to others (for formal reviews etc)
• Able to lead and participate in safe and creative play

What the school offers its staff

What we offer:

• A school with a clear moral purpose and drive for ‘excellence for all our children’
• Excellent opportunities for personal development opportunities
• A clear staff well-being strategy package that includes our confidential Employee Assistance Programme with access for all staff to Face to Face Counselling, Stress Management, 24/7 GP access, Physiotherapy, Menopause Counselling and Support, Men’s Mental Health Wellness, Bereavement Support, Nurse Support Service, Maternity & Paternity Support and Financial Wellbeing Support

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Priors School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and requires all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Priors School

• School type: Free School, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 101 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Priors School website
• Email address: recruitment.4007@warriner.oxon.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-priors-school-southam

The Priors School is a small rural primary school with big aspirations for our children.

Arranging a visit to The Priors School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment.4007@warriner.oxon.sch.uk.

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