St Christopher’s School Trust (Epsom) Ltd Job Title: After School Care Assistant Main purpose of job: Working with the After School Care Manager, you will be responsible for the development and daily supervision of the after-school club, providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children. To work in partnership with parents and carers, and to promote the wellbeing of the children. To develop, implement and review the policies, procedures, and practices within the after- school club in line with the agreed principles of the school ethos. This job description indicates the range of duties involved, it is not intended to be all-inclusive and requires the post-holder to be flexible and show initiative. The post holder may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the school. Responsible to: The post holder is responsible to the After School Care Manager and to the Headteacher and Deputy Head. The post holder also interacts on a professional level with other colleagues and seeks to establish and maintain productive relationships with pupils, parents, and support staff, including outside agencies. Duties/Key Responsibilities: Supporting the class teachers as directed. Duties may include (but not limited to): • Undertake the daily supervision of the after-school club, developing and maintaining high standards throughout to always ensure the welfare of the children. • To plan age-appropriate, stimulating, and engaging activities for the children who attend after school care at St Christopher’s. • Ensure children have access to well-planned appropriate activities to support their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development considering families' ethnic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds, ensuring that the school's Equal Opportunities Policy is adhered to. • Maintain the after-school club to an agreed standard of cleanliness and hygiene, before, during and at the end of each session, and be responsible for all Health and Safety matters in the after-school club to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all those who use and work in the club. • To supervise the safe escorting of children to always ensure their wellbeing. • To be willing to receive first aid training and administer first aid to children if required. • To maintain registers accurately and efficiently. • Take a key role in suitably, equipping the after-school club to provide a stimulating environment for the children and implement policies and procedures within the school club. • Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies arising according to the school's policies and procedures. • Report back to the appropriate member of staff using the school's agreed referral procedures on the behaviour of pupils during the before/after school club, or any other issues that may be relevant. • Promote and reinforce school policies, practices, and procedures, including an understanding of child protection and health and safety responsibilities. • The After School Assistant will be expected to act as an adult role model and support school policies when dealing with pupils, parents, carers, visitors, and all members of the school community. 1 Other responsibilities: • To attend relevant training and meetings as required. • To respect and ensure confidentiality is always adhered to. • To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development, and training opportunities in discussion with SLT. • To understand and apply school policies in relation to health, safety, welfare, and behaviour of pupils. • To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace. • Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy. • St Christopher’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. To share in the responsibility for the discipline and pastoral care of the pupils, including the safeguarding and promoting of children’s welfare. • To undertake additional duties as may be reasonably requested by the Line Manager, the Headteacher or Governors. The duties may be varied to meet changed circumstances in a manner compatible with the post held, at the reasonable direction of Senior Management Team. Safeguarding of pupils and Duty of Care All staff, regardless of role, level of seniority and location, have a responsibility to ensure the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We must collectively create an environment where children feel safe to learn, play and grow. Children should feel comfortable in their surroundings and know that they can approach any responsible adult with any problems or concerns. All staff must be able to identify any children who are at risk of harm and know the characteristics of abuse or neglect. If you suspect or confirm harm, then it’s essential you know what actions to take. Annual safeguarding training is offered at St Christopher’s, and it is the staff member’s responsibility to be aware of the most up to date guidance documents in the Keeping Children Safe in Education document (DFE). This job description contains an outline of the typical functions of the job and is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The job holder’s actual responsibilities, tasks, and duties might differ from those outlined in the job description, and other duties commensurate with this level of responsibility may be either permanently or temporarily assigned as part of the job. Where the changes are material and significant, a consultation process will be offered. 2
ST CHRISTOPHER'S SCHOOL TRUST (EPSOM) LIMITED
St Christopher’s School
Part-time
St Christopher’s School PERSON SPECIFICATION Lunchtime Playground Supervisor Qualifications and Experience • Experience of supervising/working with groups of young children • To have a First Aid Certificate or be willing to gain one Qualities and Skills • Ability to support and develop a child’s social interactions • A strong commitment to supporting positive behaviour through being empathetic, positive and firm but fair. • Ability to nurture and support the growth of strong self-esteem in children. • Awareness of health and safety issues as they relate to the care of young children • Excellent communication skills and respect for colleagues, children and parents • A self-motivated individual, who wishes to be a committed team member in a successful school • Flexibility, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour • Commitment to equal opportunities School Standards & Safeguarding Responsibilities It is important to recognise that St Christopher’s School Staff must maintain professional standards at all times and to recognise that they are role models for the pupils in many respects. • To comply with safeguarding policies, procedures and staff code of conduct • To demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and pupil/colleague wellbeing • To ensure that any safeguarding concerns or incidents are reported appropriately in line with policy • To engage in safeguarding training when required Such professional standards include: • Dress: Members of the team are expected to maintain a smart and professional appearance and wear appropriate clothing whilst at work, a uniform top is provided; • Punctuality: this is expected in all aspects of work; • Duty of Care: keeping our pupils safe and acting in the child’s best interest at all times; • Propriety and behaviour: all staff are expected to adopt high standards of personal conduct in accordance with the Staff Code of Conduct; Update Nov 22
ST CHRISTOPHER'S SCHOOL TRUST (EPSOM) LIMITED
ST CHRISTOPHER’S SCHOOL TRUST (EPSOM) LTD
Part-time
ST CHRISTOPHER’S SCHOOL TRUST (EPSOM) LTD After School Club Assistant Qualifications and Experience Relevant level 3 Early Years childcare qualification is required Previous experience of supervising/working with groups of young children in a nursery/play setting Qualities and Skills Welcoming, fun and enthusiastic demeanour A passion for working with young children The ability to engage and motivate others Respect for others – children, parents and colleagues Excellent communication skills with children, parents and colleagues Patience Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to work as a member of a team as well as take initiative as an individual Awareness of health and safety issues as they relate to the care of young children Flexibility, enthusiasm and a sense of humour and fun Commitment to equal opportunities The school has a dedicated friendly staff who work together to create a happy, caring, family environment for the children in our care. School Standards It is important to recognise that St Christopher’s School Staff must maintain professional standards at all times and to recognise that they are role models for the pupils in many respects. Such professional standards include: •Dress: Members of the team are expected to maintain a smart and professional appearance and wear appropriate clothing whilst at work; •Punctuality: this is expected in all aspects of work; •Duty of Care: keeping our pupils safe and acting in the child’s best interest at all times; •Propriety and behaviour: all staff are expected to adopt high standards of personal conduct in accordance with the Staff Code of Conduct; •Taking good care of the fabric of the School.
ST CHRISTOPHER'S SCHOOL TRUST (EPSOM) LIMITED
St Christopher’s School Trust (Epsom)
Full-time
St Christopher’s School Trust (Epsom) Ltd Job Title: Lunchtime Playground Supervisor Main purpose of the job: To assist in promoting a safe and happy play environment for all children at St Christopher’s, whilst supporting the development of their Personal, Social, and Emotional Development. Responsible to: The post holder is responsible to the Senior Management Team and will work closely with teaching assistants, key workers, and our admin team. The post holder will interact on a professional level with all colleagues and seek to establish and maintain productive relationships with pupils, parents, and support staff, including outside agencies. Responsible for: Supervising the lunch play of Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, alongside other staff members. Hours: 12.10pm – 1.40pm Monday - Friday term-time only Duties: • Work as part of a team to initiate and develop a range of inclusive and stimulating play opportunities (including indoor in wet weather) for all children and to participate in the delivery of these play opportunities as required. • To introduce and model exciting games to play. • Allow children the freedom to play whilst supporting them through any difficulties they may experience in playtime. • To promote development of the children’s Personal, Social and Emotional Development by talking through and helping the children solve playground disagreements. • At all times to work within the school’s policies with regard to: Behaviour Management /Equal Opportunities/Safeguarding/Health & Safety/Anti-Bullying/Confidentiality. • To guide and support the children in tidying away the equipment at the end of lunch play. • Supervise children to line-up in their classes at the end of lunchtime. • To administer basic First Aid and write up the accident slips in readiness for the office to email home. • To liaise with the class teacher regarding any concerns about individual children at the end of each session; and make appropriate records. • Attend and participate in team meetings, supervisions, training and insets as required. To meet weekly with the Senior Teacher to discuss the organisation and structure of the lunch play. • Ensure with other team members that a good, changing and varied supply of play materials and equipment are sourced, maintained and stored. Report any worn, missing or damaged materials to the Senior Teacher or Premises Manager • Any other duties as deemed reasonable by the Headteacher. Safeguarding of pupils and Duty of Care All staff, regardless of role, level of seniority and location, have a responsibility to ensure the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We must collectively create an environment where children feel safe to learn, play and grow. Children should feel comfortable in their surroundings and know that they can approach any responsible adult with any problems or concerns. All staff must be able to identify any children who are at risk of harm and know the characteristics of abuse or neglect. If you suspect or confirm harm, then it is essential you know what actions to take. Annual safeguarding training is offered at St Christopher’s, and it is the staff member’s responsibility to be aware of the most up to date guidance documents in the Keeping Children Safe in Education document (DFE (Department for Education)). This job description contains an outline of the typical functions of the job and is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The job holder’s actual responsibilities, tasks, and duties might differ from those outlined in the job description, and other duties commensurate with this level of responsibility may be either permanently or temporarily assigned as part of the job.