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After-School Club Assistants

Sutton Manor Community Primary School, st Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4AT

4 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  6 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  2 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 3pm-6pm Monday-Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: TA2

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing space for children after school hours. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about working with young people, particularly those with experience in special education or working with children with disabilities. The role involves assisting with daily activities, supporting behavioural development, and fostering a positive atmosphere for all attendees.

Duties

• Supervise children during after school hours, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times
• Assist with organising and facilitating educational and recreational activities tailored to children's interests and needs
• Support children with special educational needs or disabilities, adapting activities as required
• Provide one-to-one tutoring or support for children who require additional assistance in their learning
• Engage children in creative play, arts and crafts, and group games to promote social skills and development
• Maintain clear communication with parents and guardians regarding children's progress and behaviour
• Ensure the environment remains clean, organised, and welcoming for all children
• Prepare snack for children
• Support children with their homework

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, ideally within an educational or childcare setting
• Knowledge of special education needs and working with individuals with disabilities is highly desirable
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, and colleagues
• Teaching or tutoring experience is advantageous
• Compassionate attitude with patience and understanding towards children's diverse needs
• Ability to organise activities that are fun, educational, and inclusive
• Prior experience in toddler care is beneficial but not essential

What the school offers its staff

We are proud to offer a working environment where staff feel valued, supported and part of a strong, caring community. Our school offers:

• A dedicated, passionate and supportive staff team who work collaboratively and care deeply about each other and our pupils.

• A strong leadership team committed to listening, supporting wellbeing and enabling staff to thrive.

• A positive, inclusive and nurturing school culture, underpinned by our values of Service, Humility, Integrity, Nurture and Excellence.

• Clear behaviour systems and routines that ensure a calm, safe and respectful environment for pupils and staff.

• High-quality professional development, including coaching, mentoring and opportunities for career growth.

• A commitment to staff wellbeing, supported by the SAS Wellbeing+ package and in-school wellbeing practices.

• A warm, friendly, community-focused atmosphere where relationships matter and every voice is valued.

• Well-resourced classrooms and learning environments that support high-quality teaching and learning.

• A culture of visible kindness, collaboration and mutual respect.

• Opportunities to contribute to wider school life and make a meaningful difference beyond your classroom or role.

• Supportive families and community partnerships, underpinned by strong communication and shared values.

• A focus on excellence, where staff are encouraged, trusted and supported to do their best work.

All staff are eligible to access the following confidential services:

1. Nurse & Health Screening Service

• Access to qualified, NMC-registered nurses who are available to discuss health concerns, advise on lifestyle and sign-post appropriate services.

• Regular health screening clinics on school site covering general health, lifestyle, risk factors and promoting early intervention.

2. Counselling, Mental Health & Mindfulness Support

• Confidential counselling sessions (one-to-one) for staff, whether or not absence has already occurred.

• Mindfulness and stress-management workshops, live group sessions, podcasts, and workshops designed to build resilience and reduce stress.

3. Physiotherapy, Physical Health & Wellness Programmes

• Access to physiotherapy services to support musculoskeletal or other physical health issues, including teleconsultation and personalised plans.

• Wellness programmes including weight-management, fitness support through SAS Gym, lifestyle and nutrition guidance.

4. GP / Medical Advice Service

• A 24/7 GP helpline service allowing staff (and sometimes family) access to a qualified GP, from anywhere, at any time.

• Private medical/operations support where applicable, helping reduce waiting times and support return to work.

5. Targeted Support Services

• Menopause support: Information and counselling tailored to menopause-related issues.

• Chronic illness & cancer support: Specialist pastoral and health-related support for staff dealing with serious/long-term conditions.

• Preparing for parenthood transitions: Support for staff undertaking maternity/paternity/adoption leave and return-to-work phases.

6. Leadership & Wellbeing Culture Support

• Support for senior leaders and wellbeing leads: leadership clinics, wellbeing webinars, and development modules to embed a positive culture.

• Workshops and services to help embed wellbeing into school procedures and daily routines, thus promoting a whole-school wellbeing culture.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Sutton Manor Community Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 225 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Sutton Manor Community Primary School website
• Email address: suttonmanor@sthelens.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sutton-manor-community-primary-school

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