Extended Schools Worker

Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 1PN

8 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 November 2026

• Closing date

  2 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  22 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE) Actual £14813 per annum G4 SCP 6 Term time only

Extended Schools Worker job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Extended Schools Worker to join our team, supporting a diverse range of pupils with varying needs, including those identified with additional and complex needs this role is to support up to two children.

As an Extended Schools Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting our pupils in wraparound provision, delivering high-quality childcare and contribute to the holistic development of our pupils. You will work closely with other members of the support team. The post is grant funded by WMDC. Hours 14:45 to 17:45 Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate will:

Contribute to a calm, purposeful environment

Have a clear understanding of the role of a Extended Schools worker and experience in supporting children through play.

Have experience of working with a range of pupils, including those with additional needs.

Have the ability to adapt methods to support children during extended schools

Be proactive approach and ability to work under own initiative.

Promote positive behaviour and inclusion within the provision

Have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Have effective communication skills in standard English.

Be a positive role model with a calm and patient demeanor.

Have a sense of humour and the ability to build positive relationships with children

Actively promote and adhere to school policies.

What We Offer

A supportive and inclusive working environment.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

A chance to make a real difference in the lives of our children

If you are passionate about supporting children and have the skills and experience, we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

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 Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 401 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/castleford-three-lane-ends-academy

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