Job Description

After school club

Job summary:

Assist with day to day activities of the club

Provide quality playcare within the framework of the club's

policies and procedures

Line manager:

Club Manager/Deputy/Area Manager

Working relationships:

Children attending the club and their parents/carers

Management and staff, including students and volunteers

Schools and registering authorities

Main duties include:

Assist with planning, preparing and delivering quality play opportunities within a safe and caring environment.

Providing comprehensive care for the children including collecting them from school and delivering them safely to parents or carers.

Setting up the play space including moving furniture and play equipment.

Providing refreshments and ensuring that hygiene, health and safety standards are met.

Administering first aid when necessary.

Consulting with children and involving them in planning activities.

Helping with club administration, where necessary.

Encouraging parental involvement in the club.

Facilitating good communication with all members of the organisation, parents, and schools.

Undertaking appropriate and relevant training.

Keeping the work environment healthy, safe and secure.

Working within the framework of the club's policies and procedures.

Essential qualifications:

Childcare qualifications*

Essential qualities:

Experience of working with 4 to 11 year olds

Understanding the varied needs of children and their families

Understanding the issues involved in the delivery of quality play care

Understanding the issues of equal opportunities

Provide and facilitate safe and creative play

Good communication skills

Able to work as part of a team

Sound judgement and common sense

Sufficient understanding and use of English to ensure the well-being of the children

Desirable qualities

Experience of working within a play-based setting

Experience of administration

Competent in using IT to support play and club administration

Ability to work on own initiative

Relevant qualification or willingness to work towards this

Appropriate child protection training

Current Paediatric First Aid Certificate

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 7.55-12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 9 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/09/2025