After School Club Assistant or After School Club Supervisory Assistant

Job introduction

After School Club Assistant or After School Club Supervisory Assistant

Are you looking to gain experience working with children in a school setting, or do you have experience as a Playworker or working with children?

If you are good with children and have a genuine interest in childcare we would like to hear from you.

Paid weeks per year: 43.89 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term: likely to be to 31 August 2026

Start date: ASAP (on completion of relevant employment checks)

About the role

As an Assistant, previous experience in a similar role is not essential as training will be provided. Suitable candidates will be expected to have a caring and patient manner along with some knowledge or experience of providing opportunities and guidance for our children to participate in and enjoy a varied range of activities.

As a Supervisory Assistant, experience of working with children of a primary age is required as well, along with an interest in the play and emotional needs of children and an understanding of health and safety issues.

The Westdene After School Club has over 50 pupils attending per afternoon and therefore new activity ideas are always welcome.

This post will primarily be supporting children who require additional support, including help with social communication, social play and some self-care routines, including using cutlery and toileting.

Location: Westdene Primary School
Hours: Thursday and/or Friday, 3pm to 6pm

For further information, please contact the school office at Westdene Primary School, Bankside, Brighton, BN1 5GN. Telephone: 01273 916618. E-mail: bursar@westdeneprimary.co.uk

Closing date: Thursday 8th January by midday

Interview date: Thursday 15th or Friday 16th January

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: bursar@westdeneprimary.co.uk

Telephone: (01273) 916618

Website: www.westdeneprimary.co.uk

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

Westdene Primary School is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.