After-School Club Cooking Nutrition & Activities Practitioner
Location: The Community Hub, Factory Quarter, Warple Way, W3 7DQ
Contract: Part-time, term-time only (8–20 hours/week, 39 weeks/year)
Additional Hours: Available during half terms and holidays by agreement
Pay: London Living Wage plus holiday pay
Reports to: After-School Club Manager / Deputy Manager
Job Purpose
To deliver inspiring, hands-on cooking and nutrition education alongside engaging physical and creative activities that support children's health, wellbeing and development.
As a Cooking, Nutrition & Activities Practitioner, you will bring the Nourished Routes curriculum to life through practical cooking, child-friendly nutrition education, active play and creative experiences. You will help create a safe, nurturing and exciting environment where every child can learn, grow and thrive.
Cooking Session Delivery
· Plan and deliver engaging cooking sessions for primary-aged children.
· Lead safe, hands-on food preparation and cooking activities.
· Support children to develop practical cooking skills and confidence.
· Adapt sessions for different ages, abilities and dietary needs.
Nutrition Education
· Teach nutrition through fun, interactive activities.
· Help children understand food groups, balanced diets and healthy habits.
· Encourage curiosity about ingredients and where food comes from.
Physical Activity & Active Play
· Lead inclusive games, movement sessions and team challenges.
· Promote physical activity, teamwork and confidence.
· Adapt activities so every child can participate.
Creative Activities & Wellbeing
· Plan arts and crafts linked to seasonal themes, nutrition and wellbeing.
· Encourage creativity, self-expression and fine motor development.
· Support children's emotional wellbeing through calm creative activities.
Food Safety & Hygiene
· Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen organisation.
· Manage allergens and dietary requirements safely.
· Ensure compliance with food safety procedures and risk assessments.
General Practitioner Responsibilities
· Prepare ingredients and activity resources before sessions.
· Support school collections, registration, snacks and transitions.
· Set up and tidy activity areas.
· Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
· Contribute ideas for recipes, activities and curriculum development.
· Complete registers, planning, evaluations and safeguarding records.
· Support fundraising events, holiday clubs and community programmes.
· Uphold safeguarding, health & safety and the Nourished Routes values.
Person SpecificationEssential
· Experience working with primary-aged children.
· Strong cooking skills and confidence leading food-based activities.
· Good understanding of nutrition and healthy eating.
· Confidence leading active games and physical activities.
· Experience facilitating arts and crafts projects.
· Excellent communication and organisational skills.
· Positive, energetic and child-centered approach.
· Commitment to safeguarding and the Nourished Routes ethos.
Desirable
· Qualification in nutrition, food education, childcare or related field.
· Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
· Paediatric First Aid.
· Experience in an after-school club or holiday club.
· Knowledge of SEND and inclusive practice.
· Experience planning enrichment activities.
Why This Role Matters
At Nourished Routes, food is more than what is on the plate. It is a gateway to confidence, culture, creativity, movement and connection. Every session helps children build lifelong healthy habits while discovering just how capable they are.
Our Ethos
At Nourished Routes, we believe in nurturing the whole child through food, movement, creativity and connection. Every session is an opportunity to build confidence, curiosity and lifelong healthy habits.
Our Cooking, Nutrition & Activities Practitioners play an essential role in bringing this ethos to life. They deliver engaging, inclusive and hands-on experiences that help children feel safe, supported and inspired to learn, explore and thrive.
Safeguarding Statement
Nourished Routes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
The Cooking, Nutrition & Activities Practitioner is expected to remain vigilant, follow Nourished Routes’ safeguarding policies and procedures, and promptly report any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
This role is subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and completion of all required safeguarding training.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £14.80 per hour
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Paediatric First Aid Certification (preferred)
- DBS (preferred)
Work Location: In person
