Job Description

*APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED WITH A SCHOOL APPLCATION FORM, AVAILABLE HERE:

https://www.edgbastonhigh.co.uk/join-our-staff

RESUMES ALONE WILL BE REJECTED

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Qualifications/Professional Development

Level 3 qualification

Paediatric First Aid qualification would be desirable, or willingness to undertake training

After school care is an integral part of the day in our Prep School. We are looking for someone to care for our pupils aged 2 - 11 (the room is split into EYFS and KS1/2). The successful candidate will positively engage with the pupils and monitor their behaviour. A kind, caring and patient nature is essential, as well as enthusiasm and energy! Hours of work will be 15.30 - 18.00 Monday to Friday during term time only. Typical duties will include the following:

Ensure that the children are ready for and attend the relevant after school activities. Maintain the Aftercare register and records of clubs attended by the children. Work with other staff to provide a happy, secure, safe and stimulating environment. Support the children with personal, social and emotional needs. Fully adhere to the requirements of the Aftercare Risk Assessment. Plan and prepare activities for the children where required, both indoors and outdoors. Actively supervise children ensuring that they are kept safe. Ensure that the children's dietary and medical requirements are met. Assist the Aftercare Supervisor with any safeguarding concerns and ensure that all safeguarding concerns are reported to a Designated Safeguarding Lead. Ensure that concerns about a child's health are referred to a first aider and the Aftercare Supervisor, and that information about any illnesses, welfare matters or injuries sustained by a child are communicated to parents.

We would welcome applications from people looking for experience before starting a career in teaching.

Skills and experience

Experience of working with and caring for children in EYFS and/or KS1/2, with an understanding of how to meet each child's needs is essential Experience of leading and participating in activities with children in EYFS and/or KS1/2 Effective communication and listening skills

Knowledge

Sound knowledge of safeguarding principles (full induction will be provided) Understanding of early childhood development

Personal attributes

Patience and enthusiasm Ability to work independently and as a member of a team Build and maintain positive relationships through effective interpersonal skills Responsible attitude to use of authority and maintaining discipline Excellent role model for staff and pupils Sensitivity to others and the ability to work cooperatively Understand and demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity Excellent communication skills Think creatively to anticipate and solve problems Maintain a sense of perspective and humour Naturally demonstrate a 'can do' helpful attitude Reliability, integrity, resilience and tenacity Commitment, honesty and dedication Wholehearted commitment to the School's vision and the life of a vibrant school community
Applications, addressed to Mrs Nina Hobson (Head of Prep),

must include a completed school application form and a covering letter

. Please submit these to the HR & Compliance Officer, Ms Corinna Gregory: recruitment@edgbastonhigh.co.uk.

Applications with a CV alone will be rejected

(as per the requirements of safer recruitment).

Closing date is 21st July, and interviews will take place shortly after this.

To comply with KCSIE, Edgbaston High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and Disclosure and Barring Services.The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children."
Edgbaston High School is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 5,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Birmingham B15 3TS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Have you completed a school application form and emailed it to recruitment@edgbastonhigh.co.uk?
Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:

Childcare: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 3 qualification (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/07/2025
Reference ID: ASC25
Expected start date: 01/09/2025