Job Description

Keep (After School) Assistant June 2025





Great Walstead is a dynamic Independent Day School nestled in the glorious Sussex countryside on a site of 250 acres,


surrounded by fields and woodland. The School seeks to nurture academic ability, kind character and a spirit of adventure in


our pupils whose ages range from 2 to 13 years old. The School believes that children are born creative, curious and


imaginative.

Keep (After School) Assistant

We have shifts available for 3.30 pm - 6 pm, Term Time Only with extra hours and bank shifts also possible.

Salary is competitive and according to qualifications and experience. There is an extensive benefit package

including a generous pension contribution, use of the extensive grounds out of working hours,

death in service benefit and an employee assistance programme.

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of our excellent team who are very supportive and friendly and always have the children's


happiness at the heart of everything they do. The children spend lots of time exploring our extensive grounds, which include woods, fields,


streams and our secret garden, to enhance learning and create a unique child led curriculum.





Duties will include:-


Working with small groups of children (ages 2.5 - 7 years) in adult directed activities Helping prepare for each session e.g. setting out toys, photocopying, collecting materials Serving snacks Ensuring The Keep is kept clean and tidy Making use of the beautiful grounds for some activities


The successful applicant should have:-
Relevant Education. Ideally Level 3 qualification, or higher (but not essential) Sensitivity and caring to the needs of young children Excellent interpersonal and communication skills The ability to work as part of a team
Further details and an application form can be obtained at the School's website https://www.greatwalstead.co.uk/contact-

us/jobs-opportunities-sussex-school/

Closing date: Noon, Monday 7th July 2025

Applications will be considered as they are received and the School reserves the right to appoint at any

point during the application process.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all of our staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to


undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS and to register with the update service


Great Walstead School is an Equal Opportunities employer.


Data Handling - please refer to Great Walstead's Data Protection Policy and Privacy Notice which can be found on the School's website.


Registered Charity No 307002







Keep (After School) Assistant June 2025

and Person Specification

Job Title:

Keep (After School) Assistant

Responsible to:

Keep Supervisor







As a School we provide pre and after school care during term time. During the


school holidays we provide a service for working parents. Supervision of the


children is within "The Keep" which is located within the Early Years Foundation


Stage area of the School. The age of the children in The Keep range from 2


years to 7 years.




The aim of The Keep is to:-





Provide a safe, homely, friendly and caring environment Offer informal supervised play Create a family feel by having children of many ages playing together Promote constructive play Supply structured activities Stimulation through craft activities Maintain the normal code of conduct and rules of the School


Main duties will include:-
Serving meals provided by The Keep Serving snacks and drinks Helping with activities set by the Keep Supervisor and conducting some
activities alone
Keeping facilities clean and tidy Playing with and alongside the children Preparing for each session e.g. photocopying, setting out toys, collecting
materials etc
Any other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the job title as
directed by the Keep Supervisor/Headmaster



Keep (After School) Assistant June 2025

Person Specification

Experience:

experience of this age group

Sensitivity

: listens well and understands others' needs and perspectives;
caring and sensitive to the needs of young children

Self-motivation

: meets objectives on own initiative; committed to
continuous self-development; willingness to attend appropriate on-going


training/updating.

Teamwork

: flexible; co-operative; helpful; self-aware; collaborates well;
ability to work alone and as part of a team.

Organisation:

systematic; efficient; meets agreed priorities.

Response to change:

investigative; adaptable; prepared.

Background:

a person suitable for working with children under the terms
of the Children Act and other appropriate legislation.

Physical:

able to undertake all the physical requirements of the post and
use equipment, according to health and safety guidelines.