Out of School Club Assistant

St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, are seeking to recruit an Out of School Club Assistant who can provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for the children placed in the Out of School Clubs and can assist the Club Manager to create high quality play opportunities within a safe and caring environment. This role is for 3 days a week from 3:30pm - 5:30pm. Days TBC.

The successful applicant should be experienced in working and caring for children, with strong communication and organisation skills, the ability to relate well to children and work as part as a team, and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Main Duties and Responsibilities Your duties and responsibilities will include:

OUT OF SCHOOL CLUBS

To supervise and interact with children undertaking planned activities

To support children in areas of personal hygiene, such as toileting and changing nappies, washing and changing, supporting and encouraging toilet training and good personal hygiene skills and routines

To assist in the development of independent social skills

To report a child's problems/achievements to the Club Manager/parents as necessary

To assist the children in the proper use of specialist aids and equipment

To assist in the supervision of integrated therapy for an individual/small group of children

To accompany children on educational visits

To administer basic/paediatric first aid where appropriately trained

To assist in the specific medical/care needs of pupils when specific training has been undertaken

To undertake duties such as preparing snacks, cleaning Club room and toys, tidying up, etc

To assist with maintenance of Club equipment, ensuring it is kept in a clean and tidy condition and reporting damages

To undertake photocopying and routine clerical duties

To report child absence using the Club's procedures

To communicate effectively with parents on a regular basis and report any information from parents as required

To take care for their own and other people's health and safety

To ensure confidentiality is maintained where appropriate

To follow the safeguarding policies and procedures at all times

To support children in an attachment and trauma sensitive way, understanding their experiences and barriers

To ensure following all policies and procedures at all times

In addition, other duties at the same responsibility level may be interchanged with/added to this list at any time.

If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you.