Breakfast and Afterschool Club Assistant

Job Title: Breakfast and Afterschool Club Assistant

Location: Lambeth

Company: Reed Education

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £12 - £15 per hour

Responsible to: Breakfast/Afterschool Manager

Reporting to: Deputy Headteacher

Job Description:

Reed Education is seeking a dedicated Breakfast and Afterschool Club Assistant to join our team for a school in Lambeth. This role involves assisting in the daily operations of the Breakfast and Afterschool Club, supervising and caring for children both indoors and outdoors, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide full care for children, including receiving them from parents or carers, and safely delivering them to and from school.
• Supervise pupils before and after school, ensuring activities are conducted safely and in accordance with the club manager’s instructions.
• Assist in delivering additional activities such as dance or drama club as directed.
• Implement the school’s behaviour policy to maintain order and provide positive play experiences.
• Address any instances of unruly or unsocial behaviour in line with the school Behaviour Policy.
• Report and respond to any injuries or sickness, administer basic first aid, and maintain records in the first aid book.
• Manage cleanliness and tidiness of the eating and play areas.
• Participate in administrative tasks, record keeping, and providing feedback to parents.
• Ensure all children are safely delivered to their classes at the start of the school day.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 2 in Childcare and Development/Play Work (desirable).
• Food Hygiene Certificate and/or experience in food handling (desirable).
• First Aid Certificate (desirable).
• Experience interacting with children aged 3 and over (essential).
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging play opportunities for children aged 3 and over (essential).
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and Safeguarding Children practices (essential).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (essential).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team (essential).
• Commitment to equality and ability to work inclusively with parents/carers, school staff, and the local community (essential).

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Engagement with professional development.
• Involvement in a role that makes a significant difference in children’s daily lives.

How to apply: To apply for the Breakfast and Afterschool Club Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. We encourage you to highlight your experience with child interaction and any relevant certifications.

Join us at Reed Education and contribute to a nurturing and stimulating environment where you can make a significant impact on children's well-being and development.