Breakfast Club Childcare Playwork Assistant; Mon - Thurs - Odiham RG

Department: Breakfast Club Assistant

Location: Buryfields Infant School - Odiham, Hook

Compensation: £12.50 / hour

KOOSA Kids are the leading provider of before, after school and holiday club childcare, across Berkshire, Greater London, Hampshire & Surrey. Fully Ofsted registered, we are passionate about our people and every person working for us shares our mission to offer children and their parents outstanding, fun-filled out of school childcare, for the best possible value. KOOSA Kids are on the lookout for individuals who share our passion and commitment for delivering high quality childcare, playwork and children’s activities.

KOOSA Kids are now recruiting for a Breakfast Club Childcare Playwork Assistant at Buryfields Infant School in Odiham, Hook (RG29). This role is part‑time, term time only, working Monday to Thursday from 7.30 – 8.50 AM.

As a Breakfast Club Assistant, you will actively and enthusiastically assist the Breakfast Club Manager in the safe and organised running of the Breakfast Club, following direction from the Manager, assist in the delivery of the scheduled programme of activities, whilst providing a safe and secure environment for the children in your care, enabling them to explore, grow and have fun!

• Actively and enthusiastically assist the Breakfast Club Manager in the safe and organised running of the Breakfast Club at Buryfields Infant School in Odiham, Hook (RG29).
• Assist in the preparation, serving and tidying away of the children's breakfasts.
• Have awareness of and maintain sensitivity for any children with additional needs (Physical, Behaviour, Dietary).
• Actively develop a thorough understanding of relevant Ofsted standards & KOOSA Kids internal policies & procedures, including safeguarding.
• Ensure all activity areas are left clean and tidy at the end of each day.

• Passion / interest in working within a childcare, early years or playwork setting.
• Fun and energetic nature.
• Reliable and able to effectively communicate with colleagues and children alike.
• Able to relate and engage with children aged between 4–11 years.
• Opportunities to gain qualifications and further growth & development will be available for candidates who match our ambitions.
• Full training and inductions will be provided to all Breakfast Club Assistants.

Would suit somebody with experience of working in a Primary School, Pre‑School or Nursery, e.g. a Teaching Assistant, Early Years Educator or Nursery Assistant, or someone looking to move into the childcare industry.

Company pension, discounted childcare, holiday pay, social activities, professional development, career progression & recognisable qualifications nationwide.

KOOSA Kids is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS disclosure.