After School Care Assistant

Join Our Team at Cumnor House School!

Location: Cumnor House School

Job Title: After School Care Assistant

Contract: Part Time, Permanent

Hours: 15 hours per week

Salary: £7,931.04 Per Annum

Start Date: September 2026

About Cumnor House School

At Cumnor House, we believe in Academic Excellence, Character for Life, and Opportunities Without Limits. Our mission is to nurture confident, kind, and resilient young individuals through a distinctive educational approach that caters to their unique learning styles.

Our single-sex schools provide tailored teaching that fosters curiosity and a love for learning. Beyond academics, we offer a rich array of co-educational opportunities that promote collaboration, friendships, and essential life skills.

With a strong emphasis on sports and music, our students are encouraged to explore their talents, compete at high levels, and perform on stage, all while embodying teamwork, integrity, and resilience. At Cumnor House, we prepare children not just for senior school, but for life itself!

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate After School Care Assistant to join our team! In this role, you will play a vital part in providing a high-quality childcare experience in a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for our pupils outside of educational hours.

Your Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up Before School Care and After School Care.
• Complete daily registers of pupils attending the care sessions.
• Serve food and beverages, with appropriate Food & Hygiene training provided.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating play environment, encouraging children's development through play.
• Deliver engaging and valuable activities tailored to the children's needs.
• Administer First Aid when necessary (training provided).
• Help tidy classrooms and ensure secure storage of resources.

Support for the School

• Comply with child protection, food hygiene, health, safety, and confidentiality procedures.
• Support diversity and ensure equal access to learning opportunities for all pupils.
• Contribute to the school vision and objectives.
• Participate in relevant meetings and training sessions.
• Set a positive example in dress, punctuality, and attendance.
• Undertake additional duties as required.

What You'll Bring

Essential Qualifications:

• Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in promoting emotional development in children.
• Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection (training provided).

Desirable Qualifications:

• Paediatric First Aid training (training provided).
• Food & Hygiene Level 2 training (training provided).
• NVQ 2/3 qualification in childcare or similar.
• Experience in a similar environment with children.
• Knowledge of MS Excel for payroll submissions.

Working Conditions and Benefits

Cumnor House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our students!