About the Role
Support a child with SEND in a fun, safe, and inclusive after-school club environment! Provide tailored support to a non-verbal child with Autism, helping them thrive through engaging, sensory-based activities and a nurturing approach. This is a rewarding opportunity to bring energy, patience, and creativity to a unique 1:1 role that makes a real difference in a child’s life.
Responsibilities
- Provide tailored 1:1 support for a child with additional needs, helping them access and enjoy the club safely and confidently.
- Plan and deliver engaging sensory and play-based activities suited to the child’s individual needs and interests.
- Be a calm, consistent, and reliable presence, building trust and supporting transitions.
- Collaborate with your team to ensure inclusion, safety, and structured fun.
- Support the child with emotional regulation and behaviour using a positive, proactive approach.
- Work closely with families and the school to maintain clear communication and consistency.
- Follow all safeguarding, SEND, and Health & Safety procedures, keeping documentation up to date.
- Be flexible, caring, and responsive to the child’s evolving needs throughout each session.
Requirements
- Must provide two references – one from your most recent employer and another from a childcare setting (if applicable).
- An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out as part of the hiring process.
Skills
- Patience
- Empathy
- Creativity
- Managing challenging behaviours
- Child-led environment
Location
- Belmont Road, Clapham, London, SW4 0BZ
Work Type
- Casual Contract
- Part-time
- After-school club
Experience Level
- SEND experience
Salary/Compensations
- Up to £15 per hour
Benefits
- Rewarding, hands-on role
- Opportunities to work in holiday clubs
- Paid training
- Regular professional development
- No weekend working
- Family-friendly hours
- Supportive, fun, and passionate team
About the Company
- At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we believe in creating spaces where every child feels included, supported, and valued.
- Our people make JAG special. Every day, our incredible team creates positive, meaningful moments for children across the UK.
Equal Opportunity
- This role requires compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
