After School Club Assistant

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, creative, and stimulating environment for children's play experiences
• Assist the Club Manager in planning a programme of activities including arts, crafts, games, sports, and music
• Provide supervision to ensure the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of all pupils
• Form and maintain appropriate professional boundaries with children, staff, and parents
• Adhere to all school policies, standards, and health and safety guidelines
• Handle administrative tasks such as registering children and processing parental forms
• Follow first aid procedures and maintain accurate accident records
• Help keep the club areas and toilets clean, tidy, and accessible

Requirements

• NVQ2 or equivalent qualification in Playworking or Childcare
• Experience working in a school setting or a similar childcare role
• Experience supporting students with learning difficulties or disabilities
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Knowledge of first aid procedures
• Willingness to undertake further training to meet student needs

Benefits

• Performance and Loyalty Bonus
• Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan
• Opportunities for professional development, coaching, and mentoring

About the Company

Harris Primary Academy Merton is a vibrant school for children aged two to eleven. As part of the Harris Federation, we are committed to providing expert teaching and support so that all pupils can achieve to a high standard. We pride ourselves on being a kind, caring, and inclusive community where children feel safe and successful both academically and extracurricularly.