Out Of School Club Assistant

Salary £25,949 Variable Hours Contract Min. 5 hours

Location:

Burscough Village Primary School, Colburne Close, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 4LB
(221 on roll). Tel:  School website:

Summary:

The Governors of Burscough Village Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and caring Kids’ Club Assistant to join our dedicated team. This vacancy has arisen following the promotion of an existing member of staff.

Burscough Village Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school where all members of the community are encouraged to “be the best that they can be.” This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking staff team and contribute to our extended school provision.

The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality, safe and engaging wraparound care for school-age children. This will include helping to plan and deliver a range of activities for pupils across different primary age groups.

• Aspire – We have high expectations for all pupils and believe every child can succeed.
• Resilience – We support pupils to persevere, build confidence and develop positive approaches to learning.
• Teamwork – We work collaboratively across the school community.
• Respect – We create a culture where everyone feels valued, safe and included.
• Independence – We support pupils to develop confidence and take ownership of their learning.

If you are a positive, solution-focused team player, we would welcome your application.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

To apply, please complete the attached application form. CVs are not accepted.

This position is part time, term time only. The salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary will be paid on a pro‑rata basis.

The closing date is 12/06/2026 at 9am.

• Positive, proactive and nurturing.
• Has a warm and friendly approach with children.
• Organised, flexible and able to work as part of a team.
• Can support the planning of engaging and inclusive activities.
• Strong role model, committed to helping children thrive.

• First Aid Qualification.

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a ‘disclosure’. Information provided will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.