Overview
Cotwall End Primary School is a thriving, oversubscribed Community Primary School in the heart of Sedgley. Life is very active here and we have a lot to be proud of. We have 420 very happy pupils plus a pre-school unit which caters for 64 more!
As soon as you walk through the door you know you are in no ordinary school. Instantly, the warmth, vibrancy and energy of the school is different. As you walk round the classrooms witnessing the energy and enthusiasm of the teachers and the children enjoying their learning, you can see first-hand why extraordinary things happen here.
The Governing Body are seeking to appoint an After School Club Assistant to join our busy after-school team, working 2.45pm til 5pm every day. We ensure the children are given a snack after school, and then engage them in constructive activities until parents and carers collect them.
Responsibilities
* To assist in the planning of activities and experiences
* To provide and supervise safe play, suitable for the various ages of the children
* To interact well with children, ensuring all children are included, engaged and supported
* Liaise with the manager and school staff as required
* To support with the setting up of equipment and tidying away of toys/equipment, and prepare snacks and drinks for children
* To ensure commitment to the protection and safeguarding of the children, and ensure any concerns get reported through the proper channels
* To communicate effectively with parents and carers, and the rest of the team
* Be proactive and use initiative
* To maintain confidentiality
* Undertake the personal care of children as required
* Willingness to complete necessary training and qualifications, such as First Aid and Food Hygiene
Qualifications / Requirements
* Willingness to complete necessary training and qualifications, such as First Aid and Food Hygiene
* Ability to interact well with children and ensure all are included, engaged and supported
* Commitment to safeguarding and child protection
* Good communication with parents, carers and staff
* Flexibility to work after school hours
Closing Date: Monday 15th September. Interview date TBC; expected to be week commencing 15th September due to the need for a tight turnaround.
Applications are welcomed online. Please note that ALL sections of the application must be completed, as incomplete applications will not be considered.
Cotwall End Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share that commitment.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
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Attached documents
Job Description and Person Spec
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