JOB DESCRIPTION
WRAPAROUND CARE ASSISTANT

Reporting to: Head of Juniors
Job Overview: The Wraparound Care Assistant will assist in the care of
children aged 3-11 years old, in our extended care setting between the hours of 3pm to
6pm.

Responsibilities and Duties:

●  be fully aware of the school’s Safeguarding Policy;
●  recognise confidentiality, child protection procedures, Health and Safety and the

policies of the school;

●  ensure a daily register is taken and this is kept up to date;
●  ensure that children remain within a safe environment and that they play safely;
●  hold a Paediatric First aid certificate (training is provided);
●  set suitable behaviour standards in line with school policy;
●
liaise effectively and professionally with staff, as required;
●  help children acquire social skills;
●  support the Wraparound Care Manager in the planning and initiation of constructive

play opportunities for all children;

●  ensure that children have a snack and drink during their period in Wraparound Care

(if requested by parents);

●  prepare simple snacks for the children (once Food Handling Certificate achieved);
●  attend to any child who is ill or has an accident and complete the necessary

incident documentation;

●  keep clean all items of equipment and resources;
●  prepare the room for activities at the start of the session and tidy away all

resources at the end of Wraparound Care;

●  make sure all play activities are constructive, varied and age appropriate;
●  review and develop their own professional practice;
●  assist the Head of Junior School in any reasonable way that would lead to the

improvement of the school.

Person Specification:
Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

●  experience of working with children, preferably within in a school setting
●  effective and efficient communication skills, both verbal and written
●  able to work effectively and build positive relationships with children, colleagues

and parents

●  able to plan and implement stimulating and engaging age-appropriate activities
●
follow safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour policies at all times
●  help create a warm, inclusive space where children feel safe and enjoy themselves
●  adaptable to changing situations

Desirable Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

●  qualified Early Years Educator - Level 3 (training can be provided)
●  Level 3 Paediatric First Aid trained (training can be provided)
●  Level 1 Food Handling Certificate (training can be provided)
●  experience of working as a teaching/support assistant within a school environment

This job description is not exhaustive and the post holder agrees to comply with any
reasonable request from the Head of the Foundation to ensure the smooth running of the
Foundation.

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