Late Stay (After School Care) Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a kind and caring person, who is enthusiastic and passionate about working with children, to join the marvellous after-school team operating our Late Stay session which currently runs from 3:15 - 6:00pm each day. Our dedicated wrap-around care provides a stimulating environment in which children complete their homework, can be creative, relax and have fun! Late Stay is a vital provision for our working parents. You will be working with children aged 4 – 11 years, so previous experience of providing care and activities within a childcare, play or educational environment would be an advantage. Duties To contribute positively to providing safe, creative and stimulating play activities to meet the needs of children aged between 4 and 11 years of age. To assist in the planning, organisation, provision and evaluation of play sessions as part of a team. To deliver an appropriate programme, including craft, music, storytelling, games and play. To set up and clear away activities and store appropriately. To supervise children’s tea To prepare snacks for the children as agreed with the Assistant Head. To accompany and supervise the children out to play. To monitor and assist the children with their homework as appropriate. To help hear children read and help them learn their times tables. To endeavour to meet the individual needs of all the children attending Late Stay and to help provide a warm and caring environment. To take responsibility for groups of children in activities as an individual, or supported by other team members. To establish good working relationships with parents using Late Stay and to provide opportunities for feedback. To be conscious of safety at all times, and to follow the School’s Health, Safety and Welfare policy. To administer first aid as appropriate and to keep records of any accident or incident. To supervise the administration of medication after written parental consent has been given through the school