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Job Description
Job Title: Before & After School Club Assistant Grade 3
Location: Trawden Forest Primary School
Hours: 7:30am-9:00am and 3:25pm-5:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Responsible To: Headteacher
Job Purpose
To support the effective day-to-day operation of the school's Before & After School Club by providing a safe, caring, stimulating and inclusive environment where children can play, learn and develop. The post holder will help deliver a high-quality wraparound care provision, ensuring children are happy, engaged and well supervised at all times. This role reflects duties commonly associated with Out of School Club Assistants.
Areas of Responsibility
Childcare & Supervision
Supervise and support children attending the Before and After School Club, ensuring they are appropriately cared for, engaged and supported throughout each session.
Activities & Child Development
Plan, organise and lead a variety of age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities that promote children's social skills, independence, confidence and overall development.
Behaviour & Relationships
Encourage positive behaviour, good manners and respectful relationships, helping to create a welcoming and positive environment for all children.
Safety, Welfare & Safeguarding
Ensure the safety, wellbeing and welfare of all children at all times.
Follow all safeguarding and child protection procedures, administer basic first aid as appropriate, and report any concerns regarding a child's welfare immediately in accordance with school procedures.
Provide appropriate support for children's personal care and medical needs where training has been received and in accordance with individual care plans.
Inclusion & Additional Needs
Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring all children feel valued and supported, including those with additional needs.
Snacks & Refreshments
Prepare, serve and clear away healthy snacks and refreshments in line with the club's procedures and food hygiene expectations.
Environment, Equipment & Resources
Set up, organise and maintain a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment, ensuring equipment and resources are prepared before sessions and tidied away afterwards.
Communication & Partnership Working
Communicate effectively and professionally with parents, carers, colleagues and other school staff to support the wellbeing and development of children attending the club.
Administration & Record Keeping
Maintain accurate attendance registers and complete any other records or administration required for the effective operation of the club.
Health, Safety & Confidentiality
Follow all school policies and procedures relating to health and safety, behaviour management, confidentiality and the safe operation of the club.
Professional Development
Attend relevant training, meetings and professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance knowledge, skills and practice.
Other Duties
Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post as reasonably required by the Headteacher or School Leadership Team.
General Requirements
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Act as a positive role model for pupils.
- Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Contribute positively to the ethos and values of Trawden Forest Primary School.
- Support equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the role.
Other Information
Before & After School Club Assistant
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Out of School Club Assistant to support in our popular before and after school club. You will become part of a team who will be providing high-quality care and activities for children in the afterschool club.
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe and caring environment, promoting physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of the children, and assisting the smooth operation of the club.
If you are a motivated and caring individual who is passionate about working with children, please apply using the LCC application form application form and ensure that you outline your experience and qualifications.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with our amazing children in a safe, nurturing and fun environment, supporting a range of engaging activities before and after the school day. Experience of working with children is desirable, but enthusiasm, reliability and a positive attitude are essential. The role involves helping to ensure children are happy, safe and well cared for throughout their time in the club.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Criteria
- Ability to build positive relationships with children.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to organise activities and resources.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
- Understanding of confidentiality and professional conduct.
- Positive, caring and enthusiastic attitude.
- Reliable, punctual and flexible approach to work.
- Commitment to equality, inclusion and children's wellbeing.
- Commitment to professional development and training.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience in a school, nursery, childcare or wraparound setting.
- Relevant childcare qualification (Level 2 or above).
- Functional level of English & Mathematics (GCSE Preferable)
- Basic First Aid qualification or willingness to undertake training.
Personal Qualities
The successful candidate will:
- Be warm, friendly and approachable.
- Enjoy working with children and helping them thrive.
- Demonstrate patience, kindness and understanding.
- Be enthusiastic, energetic and positive.
- Show initiative whilst working effectively as part of a team.
- Be organised, dependable and professional.
- Have high expectations of behaviour and conduct.
- Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Safeguarding Statement
Trawden Forest Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online searches and all other safer recruitment procedures.
Key Details
Start Date: ASAP
Closing Date: Friday 6th November 2026, 12 noon
Interview Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026