Wraparound Care Assistant

Suffolk Jobs Direct Careers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Little Bealings is seeking a caring Wraparound Care Assistant. The role involves supervising children before and after school, supporting engaging activities, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment. Candidates should have experience with children, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude. This is a permanent position offering 22.5 hours per week with a salary of £24,414 per annum, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a childcare or school setting is essential.
• Must exhibit a warm, caring approach and responsibility.
• First Aid qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children before and after school.
• Support engaging activities for different ages.
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues.
• Administer first aid as necessary.

Skills

Experience working with children

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Proactive attitude

Reliable and punctual

Job description

Job Description

• Bealings School
• Address: Sandy Lane, Little Bealings, Woodbridge IP13 6LW
• Salary: £24,414 per annum, pro rata
• Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 7.45am - 9am and 3pm - 6.15pm, 38 weeks per year
• Contract: Permanent
• Reference: 8113

Bealings School are looking for an organised, motivated, and caring Wraparound Care Assistant to assist in the day‑to‑day running of the school’s wraparound care provision, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and enjoyable environment for children before and after the school day.

Your Responsibilities

• Welcome and supervise children attending before- and after-school sessions.
• Support the delivery of engaging activities (arts, crafts, games, outdoor play, etc.) suitable for different ages and interests.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social interaction in line with the school’s values and policies.
• Help prepare and serve healthy snacks and drinks.
• Ensure the wraparound care area is safe, tidy, and well‑organised.
• Assist with set‑up and clearing away of resources and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with other staff to support children’s wellbeing and enjoyment.
• Maintain appropriate records and follow safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Administer first aid as necessary and report accidents according to school procedures.

What You Will Need

Essential:

• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting.
• A warm, caring, and patient manner with children.
• An enthusiastic and proactive attitude.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.Awareness of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Desirable:

• First Aid qualification (or willingness to undertake training).
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

How To Apply

Please read the Application Guidance for School Support Staff (Word) and complete the Application Form for School Support Staff (Word), which you should return to:
[e-mail]

Contact Claire Robinson by calling 01473 622376.

Closing date

12pm, 30 November 2025.

Interview date

9 December 2025.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.

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