Barwell (WAC) Support Assistant (DST109BC)

Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd, Leicester, LE4 1EZ

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  August2026

• Closing date

  17 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,191.00 - £25,590.00 Annually (FTE) Approximate starting salary of £2,900

Barwell (WAC) Support Assistant (DST109BC) job summary

Barwell (WAC) Support Assistant

Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd

Salary: Grade 5 Pay Point 7-8 (£25,191- £25,590 per annum, approximate starting salary of £2,900)

Hours: Part-time, 5 hours, 39 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7:30 - 8:30

About the Role

Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Wraparound Care Assistant. The successful candidate will be committed to providing inspirational and motivational environment for children afterschool/Breakfast club/WAC provision. First and foremost, we are seeking an inspiring, committed leader and team player.

We will provide opportunities for our children to play, explore and learn, recognising their fundamental need to be physically active, to be cared for and to be nurtured according to the individual child’s needs.

You will provide a safe and secure environment for the children in your care to explore, grow and have FUN!

‘High-quality care is essential, not only as a service for parents but a chance for children to explore interests, make friends and experience things our school curriculum is unable to embrace because of time. I am immensely proud of the work our clubs are doing with children and the quality of provision they provide. Our out of school care is a core feature of a modern education system that needs to be affordable safe and exciting.' Paul Stone - CEO Discovery

If you are a positive, dynamic person, committed to providing children with caring, high quality and fun activities, and would like to work with us then we want to hear from you!

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• Level 2 NVQ or CACHE or working towards (Desirable)
• Paediatric First AID (Desirable)

Experience:

• Experience of working with children in a play, childcare or out of school setting
• Experience of making inviting snacks (Desirable)

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of safeguarding and Health and Safety procedures
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development
• Empathy with children and young people

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

Why Join Us:

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
• Free childcare

Additional Perks

• Free parking
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Gym discounts
• Eyecare vouchers
• Dental support
• Retail discounts
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.

Apply Now!
If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/discovery-schools-academies-trust-ltd

Discovery Schools Academy Trust is a multi academy trust of 13 primary schools and 2 special school dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence.
The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence is shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

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