Our School Summary
We are committed to building a culture where our values are evident in our everyday working, where respect and care for each other underpin our aspiration as an organisation.
Our motivation is to ensure all children can access the same opportunities and experiences whilst proudly celebrating their unique differences and backgrounds.
We are proud to have a workforce that has a shared belief of our purpose and values and one in which our staff, as well as our pupils, continue to thrive.
Smarden Proud!
At Smarden we believe that all children thrive in an environment in which they are happy, challenged and secure: secure in the knowledge they are safe and cared for; challenged to achieve their best; and happy in the knowledge they are each appreciated for their individuality and their achievements.
Everyone at Smarden Primary School is encouraged to value:
- Ambition - 'Desire and determination to achieve success'. We encourage all pupils and all staff to strive to do their best at all times; to achieve their potential, to reach their goals, to achieve a sense of well-being. We are working together to make the best for ourselves and our community; a brighter future built on hard work and a thirst for learning.
- Respect - We show respect to one another; we respect difference, different talents, our environment , our community.
- Kindness - Kindness is at the heart of everything we do, everyday.
(Y)Our Opportunity
Would you like the opportunity to be involved in settling and making a difference to children as they start and end their school day? Are you an organised and creative individual who enjoys working with children? If so, the Wraparound Care Lead role is for you!
NJC WS Grade 3, SP 3 to 4 FTE £25,614 - £26,016 (Estimated Actuals £8,740 - £8,878)
15 (Mon-Fri 15.00 - 18.00)
Closing date : 16.11.26 Midday
With your engaging and friendly approach, you will initiate positive play and encourage age-appropriate activities, creating a purposeful and inclusive environment. As a Wraparound Care Lead, you will manage the day-to-day running of our clubs to ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupils in your care. This will involve preparing activities, and making sure all pupils and staff follow relevant policies and procedures.
It’s not necessarily your previous experience in this specific role that we’re most interested in; it’s your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high-quality education.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal Wraparound Care Lead will be someone who is:
A great communicator with a warm and encouraging manner, who develops positive relationships with young children
Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
Passionate, resourceful and creative about children learning through play and physical activities
Able to promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Committed to achieving high standards of service and hygiene
We know you’re going to do great things as Wraparound Care Lead, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you:
* Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
About Smarden Primary School
Smarden Primary School currently has 161 students from age 2-11 years. Smarden prides itself on high expectations for all in every aspect of school life, on achievement and excellence built on strong foundations of wellbeing. We are proud of our caring and nurturing family atmosphere, which is seen as integral to school life and where pupils feel safe; Staff know each individual child and build strong relationships with every family, so that children are fully included and well-supported both academically and pastorally, to find out more visit our website here.
To discover what makes Smarden so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01233770316 or email office@smarden-tkat.org
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
