After School Care Assistant

After School Care Assistant role at GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust)

Employer:

Sutton High School - GDST

Location:

Sutton, Surrey (Remote working available)

Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Part Time, Term time only (Monday to Friday 2:30pm to 5:30pm), 12.5 hours per week over five days.

Salary: £28,587 per annum, pro rata (£7,530 per annum)

Posted 11th December 2025

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible

Closing Date: 12 January 2026

Sutton High School is seeking an enthusiastic Care Assistant to support our exceptional after school care provision, Explorers, for Prep School pupils aged 3 to 11. In this role you will help deliver high‑quality care at the end of the school day, supervising children, preparing activities, and ensuring pupils are happy and well cared for at all times.

• Supervise and support children aged 3 to 11 in after school care
• Prepare and facilitate educational and recreational activities
• Maintain a safe, welcoming environment
• Ensure pupils are well cared for and ready for departure at closing time

• NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in childcare, care or related field
• Experience working with young children, preferably in a school or childcare setting
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Willingness to undergo child protection checks (DBS, past employers, online searches)

• Competitive salary and pay progression
• Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme
• 35 week school year with INSET days and two‑week Autumn break
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Training grants for additional qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• Discount up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time
• Interest‑free loans for training, computers, travel season tickets
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Good transport links
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including DBS checks, online searches and past employer references.

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