At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage children in fun activities and provide high-quality care.
- Company: Caldecote Primary School with a friendly and welcoming team.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, flexible hours, and make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity to work during holidays and term time with a supportive team.
- Why this job: Enjoy a rewarding role where every day is unique and impactful.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for working with children; experience is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with children in a fun, supportive and rewarding environment, helping to deliver engaging activities and providing high-quality care during both holiday periods and term time.
Our Care Club operates:
- Breakfast club 7.45 am-8.45 am
- After school club 3.00 pm-6.00 pm Monday - Thursday & 3.00-5.00 pm on Friday
- Holiday club 8.30 am-5.30 pm Monday-Thursday and 8.30 am-5.00 pm on Friday.
The successful candidate will:
- Work 13.5 contracted hours per week during the Summer Holiday Club, within the operating hours of the provision.
- Have the opportunity to continue supporting the team on a zero-hours basis during term time, providing cover for staff absence and to maintain appropriate staffing ratios.
- Help create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where children can learn, play and thrive.
- Support the planning and delivery of activities that encourage creativity, physical activity and social development.
- Work as part of a dedicated and supportive team committed to providing excellent childcare.
We are seeking someone who:
- Enjoys working with children and supporting their development.
- Has a positive, enthusiastic and flexible approach.
- Is reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Has experience of working with children (desirable but not essential).
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Why Join Us?
- Friendly and welcoming team environment.
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience working with children.
- A rewarding role where no two days are the same.
- The chance to make a real difference to the lives of local children and families.
This role is for a total of 13.5 hours per week during the summer holiday to be worked by agreement during the operating hours of 8:15am until 5:45pm. Our holiday club closes for two weeks during August.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact Mrs Church in the school office on 01954 210263.
At Caldecote Primary School we welcome our duties under the Equality Act 2010 to eliminate discrimination, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS (Disclosure Barring Service). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be undertaken for all prospective shortlisted candidates. Any appointments will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including the right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check, overseas police clearance if applicable, a medical questionnaire and two satisfactory references.
Playworker in Girton employer: Caldecote Primary School
At Caldecote Primary School, we pride ourselves on fostering a friendly and welcoming team environment where Playworkers can thrive. This role offers the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of local children and families while gaining valuable experience in childcare. With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare, our supportive culture encourages personal growth and development within the community.
