After School Club Childcare Playwork Assistant (Mon-Thu) - Teddington (TW11) Teddington, Richmond (TW11 8RX)

Job Description

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Looking for a fun, rewarding job in a friendly & supportive environment where your job is to engage & inspire children? KOOSA Kids are the leading provider of fun & affordable after school club, breakfast club and holiday club childcare and are passionate about delivering high quality childcare. We have an unrivalled number of clubs rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted. KOOSA Kids are now recruiting for an After School Club Childcare Playwork Assistant at our club at St. Mary's & St. Peter's Primary School in Teddington (TW11 8RX).

This role is a part time, term time only position, working Monday to Thursday from 3.00 - 6.00pm.

The role

As an After School Club Assistant, you will actively and enthusiastically assist the After School Club Manager in the safe and organised running of the After School Club.

Following direction from the After School Club Manager, you will assist in the delivery of the scheduled programme of activities, whilst providing a safe and secure environment for the children in your care. Enabling them to explore, grow and have FUN!

Responsibilities

• Actively and enthusiastically assist the After School Club Manager in the safe and organised running of the St. Mary's & St. Peter's Primary School in Teddington (TW11)
• Assist in the preparation, serving and tidying away of 'snack time'
• Have awareness of, and maintain sensitivity for, any children with additional needs (Physical, Behaviour, Dietary)
• Actively develop a thorough understanding of relevant Ofsted standards & KOOSA Kids internal policies & procedures, including safeguarding
• Ensure all activity areas are left clean and tidy at the end of each day
• Would suit somebody with experience of working in a Primary School, Pre-School or Nursery, e.g. a Teaching Assistant, Early Years Educator or Nursery Assistant, or someone looking to move into the childcare industry

Skills & Experience

• You will have a passion for or interest in working within a childcare, early years or playwork setting
• Be inspirational, bringing fun and creativeness to the team
• Have a fun and energetic nature
• Be reliable and passionate over everything else
• Be able to relate and engage with children aged between 4 - 11 years
• Be a people person with fantastic communication skills
• Have the ability to motivate others to deliver to the highest standard
• Have the ability to be cleared for an enhanced DBS check
• Opportunities to gain qualifications and further growth & development, will be available for candidates who match our ambitions
• Full training and inductions will be provided to all After School Club Assistants

Hours

Monday to Thursday from 3.00 - 6.00pm, term-time only

Company benefits

Company pension, discounted childcare, holiday pay, social activities, professional development, career progression & recognisable qualifications nationwide.

KOOSA Kids are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS disclosure.