After School Club Support Worker
Permanent | Term-Time Only
Location: Strathaven After School Club, Ashkirk Road, Strathaven, ML10 6JT
Salary: £12.24 per hour (£12.44 per hour with relevant SVQ Level 3)
Hours Available
* Post 1: Monday–Friday, 2:30pm–6:00pm (17.5 hours per week)
* Post 2: Monday–Thursday, 2:30pm–6:00pm (14 hours per week)
Opportunities for overtime are available during term time and school holidays to support our Holiday Club.
About the Role
We're looking for an enthusiastic Support Worker to join our friendly after school team, providing fun, safe, and inclusive care for children aged 4–12. You'll help create positive play experiences and support children's wellbeing before and after school.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and lead engaging play activities
* Support children safely to and from school
* Prepare healthy snacks and set up play spaces
* Promote wellbeing and follow care standards and policies
* Work positively with families and colleagues
About You
* Enjoy working with children and value play
* Caring, energetic, and patient
* Creative and calm under pressure
* A good team player with strong communication skills
* Happy to take part in active play
Experience working with children essential
SVQ 2/3, First Aid & ASN experience desirable
PVG required (or willingness to join)
About Us
Strathaven After School Club was established in 2000 and is a registered charity (SC Based within Wester Overton Primary School, we support children from several local primary schools and are overseen by a Board of Directors made up of parents of children attending the club. As a non-profit organisation, we are committed to providing high-quality, community-focused childcare.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £12.24 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Strathaven ML10 6JT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person