Extended Provision Assistant Level 3

Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 3:00 pm-6:15 pm, Friday 3:00 pm-5:15 pm

Hours per week: 15 hours 30 minutes

Location: Wantage CE Primary School We are looking for a warm, caring and enthusiastic individual with a relevant Level 3 qualification to join our after-school wraparound care provision at Wantage CE Primary School. Working alongside the Extended Provision Supervisor and our supportive team, the successful candidate will help create a welcoming, enjoyable, and nurturing environment where children can relax, play, and take part in a range of engaging activities at the end of the school day.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

Safeguarding children throughout the after-school period and following the school’s safeguarding procedures; Supporting the Extended Provision Supervisor with the day-to-day running of the provision; Planning, preparing and delivering a varied range of age-appropriate play and recreational activities; Engaging positively with children and supporting their social, emotional and physical development through play; Supervising children and always maintaining their safety; Promoting positive behaviour in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy; Assisting with accurate registers and ensuring that children are safely collected by authorised adults; Preparing and serving meals and snacks while following food hygiene and allergy procedures; Setting up, tidying and safely storing activities, equipment and resources; Communicating professionally with children, parents, carers and colleagues; Reporting accidents, incidents, safeguarding concerns or changes in a child’s wellbeing to the Extended Provision Supervisor; Following all school safeguarding, health and safety and confidentiality policies.

You should:

Hold a relevant Level 3 childcare, playwork or early-years qualification; Have experience of working with or caring for children; Be able to build strong and appropriate relationships with children; Have a good understanding of children’s development and the importance of play; Be able to work effectively as part of a team; Be dependable, organised and able to use your initiative; Have effective communication skills; Be able to create a safe, positive and inclusive environment; Have a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities; Be able to support positive behaviour in line with the school’s guidelines; Demonstrate good food hygiene practices and follow the school’s health and safety policies; Be able to respond calmly and appropriately to unexpected situations. A paediatric first-aid certificate and food hygiene training would be desirable, although appropriate training may be provided. Applicants who have children attending the school may be eligible for a discounted place in our After School Club. We can discuss further information, including the applicable discount and rate, at the interview. You will join a friendly and supportive staff team at Wantage CE Primary School and play an important role in providing high-quality care for our children at the end of the school day.