After School Care Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic, and highly motivated After School Care

Assistant to join our team at Fetcham Village Infant School. The successful candidate will

work under the direction of the After School Care Supervisor to provide safe, high-quality

play for children aged 3–7 years. You will help build links with parents and carers to

promote the safety and well-being of children attending our after school provision.

Essential requirements:

● Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)

● Experience working with young children in a childcare or school setting

● A caring, patient and reliable approach

At Fetcham Village Infant School we believe that children’s happiness and academic

success walk hand in hand. We have THE BEST children: happy, smiley and hard-working,

not to mention enthusiastic! Our values, rooted in kindness, curiosity and bravery develop

our children’s self-esteem and confidence in learning. A rich approach to early reading -

through phonics, storytelling and vocabulary-building - underpins our curriculum, while our outdoor spaces, forest school and gardening programmes spark adventure, wonder and a deep connection with the natural world. We're a vibrant, forward-thinking school with a lot to offer.

We are looking for someone who:

● Loves working with children

● Is patient, empathetic and calm under pressure

● Can build positive, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues

● Is a good team player who can also work on their own initiative

We can offer you:

● A happy vibrant and friendly school team

● Delightful, friendly, hardworking children

● Supportive colleagues

● Training and support to help you develop

If this sounds like something that you'd like to be a part of we would love to hear from you.

Please see the detailed job descriptions for additional information about these roles.

We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews and appointing

before the closing date if there is strong interest. Therefore we recommend you submit

your application as early as possible.

Closing Date: Monday 2 November 2026 @ 9.00 am

Fetcham Village Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of

children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and

Barring Service (DBS).

At our school we are committed to developing a culture of respect where discrimination is

not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of

belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are

encouraged and comfortable to express their own identity. We particularly welcome

applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender,

transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application.

Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.

Simon Sharp

Headteacher

Pay: £8,778.00 per year

Work Location: In person