After School Club Supervisor - Sheffield

Details of vacancy

Details of vacancy

The governors at Westways Primary are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic school community - the right candidate will help to support high quality teaching and learning as well as the effective use of resources to bring about improved standards of achievement for all pupils.

In this role, the individual will also help to develop and oversee the daily running of our newly established After School Club. We are extremely proud to be offering our own after school provision for the first time and as a result, we are keen to recruit an experienced childcare professional to lead our team forwards. They will help to ensure the smooth running of the club by creating a safe, caring and stimulating environment for our children. They must be able to communicate effectively in order to inform, encourage, inspire and motivate children and staff as well as provide feedback to parents/carers, school leaders and professionals.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Develops and maintains high standards to ensure the welfare of the children at all times
• Has excellent communication skills
• Shows initiative and the ability to use judgement and common sense
• Works flexibly within a supportive and committed team
• Can form positive and caring relationships with children which motivates them to learn, grow and be confident
• Are committed to inclusion and working in partnership with our parents and carers
• Have an understanding and experience of strategies designed to support children with social and emotional and communication and interaction difficulties
• Is able to demonstrate a range of strategies used to support emotional regulation
• Supervises and provides particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
• Uses strategies, under the supervision and guidance of the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals
• Is confident in covering full classes across school on an ad-hoc basis
• Can be responsible for the development and daily supervision of the After School Club
• Plans and organises a wide range of engaging activities to support the children’s physical, emotional, social and intellectual development whilst giving consideration to the diversity of our school community
• Supervises and supports children and staff with a variety of activities
• Works with the School Business Manager to ensure the club is adequately resourced (equipment and staff) to provide a stimulating environment for the children
• Problem solves to support leaders with addressing problems and/or emergencies, including those relating to safeguarding, in line with school policies and procedures
• Supports the cook with the preparing, serving and clearing up of snacks
• Oversees the organisation of collecting children from classes
• Will join the school’s large safeguarding team as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Is a good team player who is willing to contribute to the ethos and wider community of the school
• Has a sense of humour, combined with energy and enthusiasm
• Shares our commitment to professional development

What the school offers its staff

• A school that puts the children at the heart of everything we do
• An outward looking school who has been recently inspected
• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children
• Respectful, kind and aspirational children
• An inclusive school that celebrates, embraces and is proud of its diversity
• Bespoke continual professional development for staff at all levels
• Support from an experienced senior leadership team
• Time and support to ensure you are able to perform successfully in this role
• Mutual respect and collaboration with staff who understand the value of teamwork

The successful candidate will have:

• GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C (or equivalent)
• NVQ3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience
• Understanding of National Curriculum and the EYFS Framework
• An understanding of good quality childcare
• Confidence with using technology
• A commitment to safeguarding

Further details about the role

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application please telephone Vicky Phillips, School Business, Manager on 0114 266 2471 to arrange a mutually convenient time.

Closing date: Thursday 7th November at midday

Shortlisting: Friday 8th November

Interview date: Tuesday 12th November

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

• Childcare disqualification
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• Medical
• Online and social media
• Prohibition from teaching
• Right to work
• Satisfactory references
• Suitability to work with children

About Westways Primary School

Westways Primary School is a large, welcoming school situated in the west of Sheffield, close to the city’s universities and hospitals. Located in the vibrant community of Crookes, we benefit from a socially, culturally and ethnically diverse school community.

We believe that we offer the children at Westways a wonderful education that reflects the needs of the community we serve but also aims to develop the children as members of a global society.

Our team works hard to provide the very best for our pupils and in return they receive the support and training to enable them to be the best they can be. If you were to join our team, you can be assured that you will be part of a happy, caring community of staff who put children at the heart of the learning process.

Contact: Vicky Phillips

email:vphillips@westways.sheffield.sch.uk

Tel:0114 26602471