Out of School Club Assistant

St Mary and St Andrew's Catholic Primary School, Barton Newsham, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 5DY

13 days remaining to apply

Start date details
20 April 2026
Closing date
16 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 February 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: £24,796.00 Annually (FTE)

Out of School Club Assistant job summary

This is a wonderful opportunity to work within a warm, supportive and thriving school community where children are valued, nurtured and encouraged to flourish.

Our club provides a safe, relaxed and enjoyable environment where children can prepare positively for the school day or unwind after it. We promote confidence, independence, self-esteem and strong, positive relationships.

Position Details:
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: 20 April 2026
Hours: 12 hours per week, term time only
Working Pattern: Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-6:00pm, Friday 3:30pm-5:30pm
Grade: 3
FTE Salary: £24,796 (Hourly Rate: £12.85)
Salary will be paid pro rata.

Key Responsibilities:
Support children through planned play and developmental activities.
Promote independence, positive interactions and social skills.
Assist with personal care and hygiene routines.
Maintain a nurturing environment.
Liaise with parents and carers.
Prepare snacks and maintain clean club spaces.
Support record-keeping and safeguarding requirements.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Relates well to children and enjoys teamwork.
Communicates clearly and effectively.
Has a positive, flexible approach to work.
Understands confidentiality and safeguarding.
Is committed to professional development.

Important Information:

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2022), an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates.

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.