Out of School Club Practitioner

The job description below is neither definitive nor exhaustive. However, it should provide a clear indication of what is involved in the role. The company reserves the right to change or amend the description as the need arises.

The staff in our Out of School and Holiday Clubs must also be prepared to support our nursery provision and may also be required to work in these areas.

**Purpose of Post**
- To be a member of a team responsible for providing a level of care appropriate to the needs of children
- To provide stimulating recreational opportunities and to encourage learning and development.
- To work as a member of a team, to provide a safe, happy and secure environment for all children and to encourage the individual development of children through improved self-esteem, confidence and the ability to communicate effectively.
- To establish good working relationships with staff, parents, the wider community and other agencies.

**Responsible To**:
Nursery and Out of School Club Manager

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- To work to support the development of the children by organising high quality, fun and interesting activities
- Ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children having an awareness of any special needs, disabilities, family cultures and medical histories.
- Monitor the development of children through partnership working with the attached school to ensure children are supported fully
- Build and maintain successful relationships with children, parents/carers and staff.
- Carry out duties with full regard to the Equal Opportunities Policy, Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Children Policy and all other policies and be fully up to date with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Have due regard to confidentiality, child protection procedures, health and safety, other statutory requirements and also read, understand and adhere to all other company policies and procedures
- Support and manage children’s’ behaviour positively in line with policies and procedures and be an effective role model for the standards of behaviour expected of children and treat pupils consistently with respect and consideration
- Work collaboratively with out of school club and nursery colleagues as part of a professional team; and carry out roles effectively, knowing when to seek help
- Attend and participate in training and development activities as required and participate in professional development and review
- Ensure good standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times and be responsible for the welfare, health and safety standards appropriate for the needs of young children and comply with health and safety rules and regulations and legislation.
- Advise the manager/deputy of any concerns, for example, over children, parents, the safety of the environment and the preserving of confidentiality as necessary.
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of the children and young people that you are responsible for, or come into contact with.
- Act in compliance with data protection principles in respecting the privacy of personal information
- Administer first aid at an appropriate level
- Be aware of the high profile of the setting and to uphold its standards at all times, both in work hours and outside
- Be flexible within working practices of the setting, undertaking other responsible duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, preparation of meals and snacks, cleansing of equipment, etc. The post holder will be required to undertake other reasonable duties within the level of the post as requested.

**Job Types**: Permanent, Part-time

**Salary**: £12,411.36-£12,844.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Store discount
- Wellness programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cramlington: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location