Shiney Row Primary School - After School Club Leader
£25,949 - £26,016 per year
After School Club Leader
Shiney Row Primary School
"We inspire, we challenge, we care"
Hours: 15 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 2:45pm–5:45pm)
Contract: Term time only – Initially 1-year fixed term
Salary: £25,614 pro rata/FTE
Closing date: Noon on Friday 13th November 2026
Required for 4th January 2027
About the role
Shiney Row Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, caring and well-organised individual to lead our after-school club provision. We are looking for someone who can create a welcoming, safe and enjoyable environment where children can relax, socialise and take part in a range of engaging activities at the end of the school day. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day organisation and management of our indoor provision, ensuring children are well cared for and have access to a variety of creative, practical and recreational activities. Our school sports coach will lead the physical and sporting activities within the wider after-school provision, allowing the successful candidate to focus on managing the indoor environment and providing a positive experience for all children.
Key responsibilities
About you
We are looking for someone who:
Visits to the school are recommended and should be arranged through recruitment@shineyrow.org.uk
The school safeguards and protects its pupils and staff by being committed to responding in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Procedures. The above post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service
Completed application forms should be returned directly to the school or emailed to recruitment@shineyrow.org.uk
Shiney Row Primary School
"We inspire, we challenge, we care"
Hours: 15 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 2:45pm–5:45pm)
Contract: Term time only – Initially 1-year fixed term
Salary: £25,614 pro rata/FTE
Closing date: Noon on Friday 13th November 2026
Required for 4th January 2027
About the role
Shiney Row Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, caring and well-organised individual to lead our after-school club provision. We are looking for someone who can create a welcoming, safe and enjoyable environment where children can relax, socialise and take part in a range of engaging activities at the end of the school day. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day organisation and management of our indoor provision, ensuring children are well cared for and have access to a variety of creative, practical and recreational activities. Our school sports coach will lead the physical and sporting activities within the wider after-school provision, allowing the successful candidate to focus on managing the indoor environment and providing a positive experience for all children.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and manage the daily running of the indoor after-school club, ensuring a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Plan, organise and deliver a variety of engaging, age-appropriate activities, including arts and crafts, games, construction and other creative opportunities.
- Prepare and serve light, healthy snacks and refreshments, following food hygiene requirements and taking account of children's dietary needs and allergies.
- Create an organised, stimulating environment where children can relax, play and socialise.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents and carers, promoting excellent behaviour and wellbeing.
- Ensure children are appropriately supervised at all times, following safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
- Maintain accurate attendance records and ensure children are safely collected by authorised adults.
- Organise and maintain resources, ensuring the room is tidy, well equipped and ready for use.
- Work collaboratively with the school sports coach and other staff to ensure the smooth running of the overall provision.
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of working with primary-aged children, ideally in a childcare, playwork or school setting.
- Is enthusiastic, creative and confident in organising engaging indoor activities.
- Can take responsibility for the effective day-to-day management of the provision.
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Can build warm, positive relationships with children and families.
- Understands the importance of safeguarding, inclusion and positive behaviour.
- Is reliable, flexible and able to use their initiative.
- Holds, or is willing to undertake, relevant safeguarding, first aid and food hygiene training.
Visits to the school are recommended and should be arranged through recruitment@shineyrow.org.uk
The school safeguards and protects its pupils and staff by being committed to responding in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Procedures. The above post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service
Completed application forms should be returned directly to the school or emailed to recruitment@shineyrow.org.uk
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Salary range
- £25,949 - £26,016 per year