After School Club Assistant

Surbiton High School is looking for an enthusiastic and caring After School Club Assistant to join our vibrant team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about creating a safe, engaging and nurturing environment at the end of the school day.

In this role, you will support the smooth running of the After‑School Club from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, working under the guidance of the Breakfast and After School Clubs Manager. You will help set up activities, supervise pupils, promote positive play, and ensure children feel happy, safe and supported throughout their time with us.

If you’re warm, proactive, and committed to children’s well‑being and development, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

• Create a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment for pupils.
• Set up and clear away activity rooms in line with the club rota.
• Supervise pupils on arrival, departure, and during transitions between buildings.
• Support pupils in a range of age‑appropriate, creative and engaging activities.
• Help promote healthy choices when providing refreshments.
• Ensure pupils are always appropriately supervised.
• Maintain accurate records, including collection logs and incident reporting.
• Support observation, assessment and general administrative tasks as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and provide cover during absence or emergencies.
• Assist with any reasonable request from the Breakfast & After School Clubs Manager or Deputy Manager.

• NVQ Level 3 (or Level 2 with plan to complete Level
  3)
• Experience with young children; KS1/KS2 helpful

• Warm, approachable, and reliable
• Enthusiastic about children’s development
• Clear communicator with a calm manner
• Professional and detail‑focused

• Flexible team player
• Organised and able to work independently
• Creative and proactive
• Committed to the School’s values

This is a rewarding role where your contribution will make a real difference to children at the end of their school day. If you are passionate about creating positive experiences for pupils and enjoy working as part of a friendly, supportive team, we would love you to apply.

Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and fully committed to celebrating and respecting inclusion and diversity throughout our community.

Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and online/social media searches.

Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

For any queries relating to the role or your application, please email