Would you like to help us make a positive impact on our children and their families?
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School is a three-form entry school with a separate Nursery building on site. We are part of the Bridge Education Trust Southampton. We are an inclusive setting with an emphasis on a child-centered and family-friendly approach to care and learning.
Our Wrap Around Care provision accepts children attending both Fairisle Infant and Nursery School and Fairisle Junior School in our Breakfast Club and After School Childcare. We provide a safe and welcoming environment, allowing children to play, socialise and enjoy healthy food.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated and caring person to support our After School Childcare which runs from 3.15pm – 5.45pm Monday to Friday term time only. We have various shifts available, both regular shifts on a fixed-term contract and zero-hours bank staff contracts to cover staff absence.
Responsibilities:
* Enjoy working with children and have a sense of humour.
* Be a supportive and helpful team member.
* Help monitor the welfare of the children, ensuring their emotional and physical wellbeing.
* Prepare healthy food, support children whilst eating and clear up afterwards.
* Set up activities and engage with children in play, relaxation and craft activities.
* Help support children with Special Needs.
* Communicate effectively and maintain good relationships with parents.
* Be happy to administer minor first aid.
* Be willing to learn, preferably with relevant experience but will not need formal qualification.
What We Offer:
* A friendly and supportive team.
* The opportunity to work with lovely and respectful children.
* A happy and safe school environment.
* Staff training, in particular Safeguarding and Food Hygiene.
* An hourly rate of £12.85 to £13.05.
* A fixed-term contract until 31 August 2026 with the possibility to extend and/or zero hours / bank staff who we can call on to cover shifts when necessary.
* If you are considering a future role working with children, this could support you in gaining the experience you will need.
We look forward to welcoming excellent candidates to the Fairisle Family. For the right candidate, we may also have future opportunities to increase hours by supporting our Breakfast Club or over our lunchtime periods.
Application Procedure:
If you feel you are the right person for this role, we would love to hear from you. The application form, job descriptions and person specifications can be found above. Please send completed application form to info@fairisle-inf.co.uk by 15 December 2025.
Safer Recruitment:
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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