Job Description

Overview

Do you want to work in a positive, forward thinking school with wonderful families, children and staff?

Do you want to make a real difference to the life chances of young children?

We are looking for an after school club support worker who can start 01 September 2025 for our after school club.

Why not come for a visit, at a time that suits you, to find out more.

There is an option to support the BREAKFAST school club from 07.45am - 08.30am, should the successful candidate be interested please let us know on your application and at the interview.

About the school:

Oakridge School is two-from entry school in High Wycombe. There is a vibrant and inclusive learning community committed to providing high-quality education and fostering the personal development of all our students. We pride ourselves on our supportive environment, dedicated staff, and a strong partnership with families and the wider community.

The school has amazing, polite and respectful children who love being at school and learning. The staff all share the school's vision of 'Enhancing the life chances of all our children.' We feel strongly about wellbeing and workload, which is why we have developed the attached, 'Wellbeing and Workload Charter.'

Website:

https://www.oakridgehighwycombe.co.uk/

About the role

The role of the After school club support worker is to help the Play leader run the day to day organisation of the club by providing high standards of care and play opportunities for children between the ages of 4-11 years old in a safe and secure environment.

Duties & Responsibilities, to support the Play leader in:

day to day organisation of the After School Club.

preparing and organising a variety of activities for the children.

maintaining registers and payments.

creating a safe, welcoming and friendly environment delivering high quality creative play opportunities embracing each child's individual needs, unique qualities and personalities.

ensuring appropriate planning is in place to maintain the required standards, ensuring that the relevant equipment and resources are available, consulting with the Management Team when necessary.

monitoring and evaluate the quality of the service.

supervising the children throughout the session ensuring that ratios are adhered to at all times.

ensuring that children are kept safe and that staff members understand and follow safeguarding procedures at Oakridge School.

About the Candidate

We want to employ someone who has excellent organisational skills and is able to lead and direct their team. We require someone with a passion for striving for inclusive environments which meets the needs of all children, regardless of social, culture, religion or beliefs.

Other Information

If you wish to visit Oakridge School and informally discuss the role, we would love to see you. You would be more than welcome.

Safeguarding Information

The school is committed to safeguarding and will therefore be conducting robust and necessary checks to ensure the safety of Oakridge children. This will include a social media check on applicants.

Oakridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all children therefore robust checks will be made to ensure the safety of Oakridge children. This will include a social media checks on applicants. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS disclosure.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 6,704.00 per year

Expected hours: 12.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

High Wycombe: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Strong communication and leadership skills Team player and highly organised
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

High Wycombe (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 11/07/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025