Breakfast Club/After School Club Assistant

Job Title: Breakfast Club/After School Club Assistant
Location: East of York
Salary: -13.3815.38 p/h
Job Type: Full time
Start Date: September 2025
We are currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to join the team at a lovely village school located just east of York. This rewarding role involves supporting both the Breakfast Club and After School Club, helping to create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for the children.
Whether you''re looking to start a career in education or childcare, or you''re an experienced professional seeking a fulfilling part-time role, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a warm and supportive school community
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and engage children during Breakfast and After School Club sessions, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
- Prepare and serve breakfast/snacks, promoting healthy eating habits and good table manners.
- Plan and lead age-appropriate activities, including games, crafts, and quiet time, that support children''s social and emotional development.
- Support positive behaviour, using appropriate strategies to encourage cooperation, kindness, and respect among children.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times, following safeguarding and health & safety procedures.
- Set up and tidy away resources and equipment before and after sessions, maintaining a clean and organised space.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and school staff, fostering a sense of community and trust.
- Assist with record-keeping, such as attendance registers and incident reports, as required by the school.
Requirements:
- A genuine passion for working with children.
- Friendly, reliable, and approachable with a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic understanding of safeguarding and child protection (training can be provided).
- Previous experience in a childcare or school setting is desirable but not essential.
- Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Benefits of working with Yorkshire Education:
- The opportunity to work within local primary schools on a flexible basis.
- Fair and competitive rates of pay.
- A team of dedicated recruitment consultants who aim to find a job role best suited to you.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
Please be aware that the successful applicants for this position must pass all background safer recruiting checks and possess a thorough knowledge and awareness of safeguarding and child protection.
If you would like to apply for the position of Breakfast Club/After School Club Assistant, please call Meg Atkinson at Yorkshire Education, or apply with your CV via the application link.