Location
Newhouse Out of School Club, St Mary & St Andrew's Catholic Primary School, Barton, Preston, PR3 5DY
Station Lane
Tel: 01772 862335
School website: https://www.st-mary-st-andrews.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Newhouse Out of School Club is seeking a reliable, friendly and caring individual to join our happy and dedicated team as an Out of School Club Assistant. This is a wonderful opportunity to work within a warm, supportive and thriving school community where children are valued, nurtured and encouraged to flourish. Our club provides a safe, relaxed and enjoyable environment where children can prepare positively for the school day or unwind after it. We promote confidence, independence, self-esteem and strong, positive relationships.
Position Details:
- Contract Type: Permanent (Variable Hours min 5hrs)
- Start Date: 15 June 2026
- Hours: 12 hours per week, term time only
- Working Pattern: MondayThursday 3:30pm6:00pm, Friday 3:30pm5:30pm
- Grade: Grade 3
- FTE Salary: £25,949 (Hourly Rate: £13.45)
- Salary will be paid pro rata. Key Responsibilities:
- Support children through planned play and developmental activities.
- Promote independence, positive interactions and social skills.
- Assist with personal care and hygiene routines.
- Maintain a nurturing environment.
- Liaise with parents and carers.
- Prepare snacks and maintain clean club spaces.
- Support record-keeping and safeguarding requirements.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Relates well to children and enjoys teamwork.
- Communicates clearly and effectively.
- Has a positive, flexible approach to work.
- Understands confidentiality and safeguarding.
- Is committed to professional development.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Closing date is 12 noon 04 June 2026 Interviews are W/C 08 June 2026
For an informal discussion please contact:
the Head Teacher. We welcome you to view the club and our school by making an appointment with the school office on 01772 862335.
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
