Job Description

The role

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Stocky's Breakfast and After School Club at Stockton Heath Primary School

'In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun!'

We think Mary Poppins sums up working at Stocky's perfectly.


Due to our successful service expanding, Stocky's is on the lookout for two new superheroes who just cannot wait to get their hands covered in butter, a little bit of mud and possibly the odd piece of glitter!

Who are we?

No one day is the same! Our days are action-packed from the moment we open our doors to the minute we close them at the end of a busy day. From little giggles at breakfast time, to imaginary adventures in the quiet book corner to replicating internal football tournaments in the playground, we're a place where children can relax before and after the school day, knowing they are always safe to just be themselves.


Some people may think Stocky's is 'full on', however, we prefer the term 'organised creativity that is filled with laughter' delivered by our fabulous team of link club staff. Not all superheroes wear capes you know!

Who are you?

You will know your Peppa Pig from your Disney Princesses, know a Marvel character when you see one, be good at remembering lots of children's names and be a dab hand at serving up sandwiches.

Ideally you will also:

Have a full and relevant qualification in Early Years Education and Childcare or Playworker Have experience working with or volunteering with children (having your own children or grandchildren counts too) Possess the ability to laugh at yourself when you miss-kick a deciding goal at the penalty shoot-out in front of 20 children aged between 4 and 11 Know the words and actions to heads, shoulders, knees and toes or other similar songs inside-out, upside-down, and back-to-front Be able to think on the spot with creative solutions, be a patient listener when needed and be great at problem-solving when someone wants a piece of toast and the person before them took the last slice Keep your cool when it's been wet playtime all day and all the children want is to let off some steam Know the difference between a dinosaur stomp and a dragon roar (bonus point if you can demonstrate both) Demonstrate superior negotiation skills for things that you may never even have imagined existed but are very real to our young people such as who gets to have their water in a yellow cup today Be available during term-time, Monday to Friday and be ready to leap into action

For our Manager role, we would also like you to have:

Experience managing a team Experience and confidence in having those sometimes-awkward conversations with parents and staff

What will you do?

In a nutshell, you'll support our children before and after the school day. You'll do this by:

Creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive space where our children can thrive Overseeing activities, adventures, and perhaps the occasional 'off the cuff' dance contest Working with other likeminded people who are also passionate about supporting the development of our future electricians, doctors, teachers, accountants, early years practitioners or musicians Modelling outstanding behaviour to our children Supporting children to understand that it is ok to make mistakes which they can then learn from Ensuring our club's environment is clean and tidy

What's in it for you?

Discount at Stocky's for your own children if you need it (because they deserve to join in the fun too!) Free car parking Lots of time off over the summer holidays (if the children aren't at school then neither are you!) Ongoing career development and training so you can enhance your superpowers further

What do we expect?

Boundless energy, a positive attitude and a genuine passion for working with children Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and happiness of children Engagement with every child, celebrating their uniqueness and getting them to see their potential too Team spirit - we all do everything and anything to support each other Willingness to step in when needed

The vacancies we currently have available are for a:

Breakfast & After School Club Manager (Permanent)

Working 25 hours per week

Breakfast Club 07:15 - 08:45

Afterschool Club 14:30 - 18:00

Grade 4 (SCP 6-7)

Annual Salary 14,717 - 14,951

Breakfast & After School Club Playworker (Temporary)

Working 25 hours per week

Breakfast Club 07:15 - 08:45

Afterschool Club 14:30 - 18:00

Grade 3 (SCP 4-5)

Annual Salary 14,261 - 14,487


This is a temporary position until July 2026 although there is the possibility of this being extended.


However, we are realistic and accept people may already have other commitments, so are happy to consider a job share or flexible working hours.


Does this sound like the adventure you've been waiting for? If so, dust off your cape and let's make every day magical--together!

How to apply

If you need any additional information or have any questions regarding the two vacancies, please contact us on 01925 215640. Further details and an application form are available on the school website.


Application forms should be returned by email to Mrs T Roberts, School Business Manager.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is Sunday 19 October 2025.


Interviews will be conducted week beginning Monday 20 October 2025.

Safeguarding information

Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. More information can be found on the DBS website.


For a detailed job description, person specification and job application form, please visit the school's website