After school club staff - Potential interview questions?

patchi

I have an interview for a position in a school's after school club for children of primary school age and wondered what kind of interview questions I would get asked?

I have checked the school's website thoroughly and it mentions the after school club, but only the price for each session. Nothing else. Their was no Job Description for the role either.

Any help is much appreciated. Thank you.

kingfisherblue

You may be asked about inclusion of children with special needs.

You could be asked about multiracial or cultural issues.

You will probably have to know something about safeguarding issues.

You might need to give examples of work that you have done in similar circumstances.

You might have to show how you would include a very shy child or how you would calm a boisterous child.

You might have to prove budgeting skills if this is part of the role.

You may have to show knowledge of anti bullying policy, internet safety policy, equal opportunity policy.

You may need a first aid qualification or a food hygiene qualification, or be willing to obtain these.

And this may sound obvious, but it is an area that many people fall down on - you may be asked about the school itself, the area or the children who attend. There are some people who attend an interview and when asked 'what do you know about our school/company?', their reply is along the lines of 'Oh, I've never heard of you before' - which shows a lack of research and for some interviewers, a lack of interest and respect.

patchi

kingfisherblue wrote: »

You may be asked about inclusion of children with special needs.

You could be asked about multiracial or cultural issues.

You will probably have to know something about safeguarding issues.

You might need to give examples of work that you have done in similar circumstances.

You might have to show how you would include a very shy child or how you would calm a boisterous child.

You might have to prove budgeting skills if this is part of the role.

You may have to show knowledge of anti bullying policy, internet safety policy, equal opportunity policy.

You may need a first aid qualification or a food hygiene qualification, or be willing to obtain these.

And this may sound obvious, but it is an area that many people fall down on - you may be asked about the school itself, the area or the children who attend. There are some people who attend an interview and when asked 'what do you know about our school/company?', their reply is along the lines of 'Oh, I've never heard of you before' - which shows a lack of research and for some interviewers, a lack of interest and respect.

Thank you very much for all the ideas and advice!! Most areas I am familiar with (including knowledge of the school), but you have reminded of areas that I sometimes missed / Haven't been asked at all!

Once again. thank you!

kingfisherblue

Good luck with the job interview - let me know if you are successful x

Savvy_Sue

I'd expect all your interactions with staff and children to be noted, even if they don't do a formal observation.

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^^^these sorts of questions will definately be asked.

You will also be asked if you have an understanding of the EYFS, as you will be responsible for any children who are of reception age and will have to do observations and planning etc.

You might be asked how your cooking skills are, if they provide dinner (most do) and it helps if you have a level 3 qualification in childcare.
You might also be asked on the spot to suggest some ideas that you would plan, say for example, for a group of 6 year old girls to do, or what activities you could lay out for outdoor play for children to engage in.
You might also be asked on how you would be non-discriminative towards a boy wearing girs dress-up clothes, for example.
I was asked this lot! Plus I got the job, I'm an out-of-school club practitioner, working mornings and afters.
You need to be confident, bubbly, friendly, able to speak to/connect with parents too, ask relevant questions and use plenty of manners. You need to give the impression that you can do the job, so expect the unexpected when it comes to questions, as children are so likely to put you on the spot and ask awkward questions at that age lol!
Good luck! x

patchi

Thank you everyone!! I have had the interview (waiting for the phone call) and a lot of what everyone has mentioned was brought up during interviews, as well as during the tour of the school and after school care.

Probably one of the most relaxed interviews I've ever had so *fingers crossed*