After School Club Assistant

After School Club Assistant

ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Prospero Teaching is looking for an After School Club Assistant for a welcoming two form-entry primary school in Merton, South West London. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, the school has delightful pupils who are eager to learn and thrive within a happy, diverse, and supportive school community. The successful After School Club Assistant will join a dedicated team committed to providing a high-quality, stimulating, and caring environment for children of all ages attending the after-school provision.

The position is only open to experienced Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
Location: Merton, South West London
Position: After School Club Assistant
Type of Work: Supporting and supervising children during after-school club activities, helping to create a safe, stimulating, and enjoyable environment for children of all ages
Start Date: September 2026
Pay Rate: GBP50 - GBP55 per day (depending on experience)
Hours: 3:00pm - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday (15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, term time only excluding INSET days)

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience working with children is desirable Ability to provide a warm, caring, and responsive environment for children
Experience working effectively as part of a team in a primary school
Flexible and adaptable approach to supporting children of different ages and mixed abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Understanding of inclusive practice and supporting children within a diverse school community
Up-to-date Safeguarding Training is desirable
GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and behaviour management skills

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional child-related references covering at least the last two years

OTHER
If you would like to be considered for this After School Club Assistant role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school-based positions across London