Job Description

Leighton Primary and Preschool is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic After School Club Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support children's development through play in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality after school provision that encourages children's social, physical, intellectual, creative, and emotional development through play. Maintain a safe and engaging play environment aligned with Leighton's safeguarding policies. Assist with planning, preparing, and delivering activities tailored to children's individual developmental needs. Work face-to-face with children registered at the club, supervising tea time refreshments and ensuring smooth transitions to parents. Collect children from classes and after school sporting clubs as required. Liaise effectively with parents/carers to foster involvement and provide professional feedback. Promote inclusive practice, ensuring all children can participate in activities regardless of background or ability. Support behaviour management in line with school policies, collaborating with Senior Leadership Team when necessary. Maintain accurate attendance records and ensure the activity room is clean and well-organised. Be a positive role model for children and colleagues, upholding safeguarding procedures at all times. Contribute to the After School Club learning journey, ensuring accurate documentation and planning.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Experience working with children in a play or educational setting. Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and commitment to child safety. Ability to plan and deliver age-appropriate, stimulating activities. Strong communication skills to liaise confidently with children, parents, and staff. Capacity to supervise children effectively and maintain appropriate ratios. Commitment to inclusive practice and supporting children's individual needs.

Desirable Qualities

Friendly, approachable, and patient with a genuine passion for working with children. Proactive team player who contributes positively to a collaborative working environment. Adaptable and creative in engaging children through varied activities. Dedicated to professional development and continuous learning.

Why Work at Leighton Primary and Preschool?

Professional Development: We offer a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing professional development to support your growth. Well-Being: Enjoy an additional Well-Being Day and a generous discretionary leave policy. Community: Be part of a welcoming school with fabulous children reflecting the cultural diversity of Peterborough. Team: Join a friendly, fun, and dedicated staff team committed to improving outcomes for children. Impact: Make a real difference by providing a high-quality, inclusive after school environment that supports every child's development.
If you are passionate about supporting children's growth and want to be part of a school that values its staff and pupils equally, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join Leighton Primary and Preschool's After School Club team!

NO CV's WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POST. PLEASE COMPLETE AN APPLICATION FORM WHICH CAN BE FOUND ON THE SCHOOLS WEBSITE https://www.leightonprimaryschool.co.uk/page/?title=School+Vacancies&pid=612. . APPLICATIONS MUST BE SENT TO CNEVILLE@LEIGHTONPRIMARY.NET

All applications must be supported by a school application form, a letter of application (no more than 2 sides of A4 paper)and two professional references. We will contact you by email if you have been successful in obtaining an interview.

Closing date for applications:

3rd November 2025

Interview date:

Thursday 6th or Friday 7th November 2025

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.85 per hour

Expected hours: 7.2 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Peterborough PE2 5PL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person