At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage in fun activities, crafts, and games with children aged 3-7.
- Company: Join a family-run business dedicated to nurturing children's experiences.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with potential for additional work during school holidays.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives while having fun every day.
- Qualifications: Friendly, reliable, and confident in engaging with young children.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
Playworker – Long Ditton Infant and Nursery School, Surbiton
Help make afterschool the best part of a child's day.
Do you enjoy working with children and bringing energy to their day? We’re looking for Playworkers to join our friendly team at
Long Ditton Infant and Nursery School in Surbiton , running our afterschool club for children aged 3–7.
This is a hands-on role where every session is different – one moment you’ll be helping with snacks or setting up a craft table, the next you’ll be outdoors leading games or joining in imaginative play.
At Clubland, we’re a small, family-run business passionate about creating safe, fun, and nurturing experiences.
Our Playworkers are at the heart of this – making sure every child feels welcome, happy, and inspired.
The Role
- As a Playworker, You’ll
- Support the fun – get involved with child-led play, crafts, cookery, outdoor games, and activities.
- Keep things running smoothly – prepare snacks, set up play areas, tidy away.
- Look after wellbeing – follow safeguarding, first aid, and health & safety procedures to keep children safe.
- Be a friendly face – build positive relationships with children, parents, and school staff.
- Work as a team – support colleagues to make each session enjoyable and stress-free.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is
- Caring, reliable, and friendly
- Confident engaging and playing with children (experience with ages 3–7 is ideal)
- Creative and happy to get stuck into a range of activities
- A great communicator and team player
- Able to stay calm and organised in a busy environment
Desirable extras
childcare/playwork qualifications, Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, Safeguarding training – but don’t worry if you don’t have these yet, we’ll provide training.
- The Practical Bits
- Location: Long Ditton Infant and Nursery School, Surbiton, Surrey
- Hours: 14:30–18:00, Monday–Friday (term time only). Job share available. Opportunity for additional hours during school holidays.
- Contract: Permanent contract with variable hours
- Pay: £12.71/hr starting rate, plus 12.07% holiday pay uplift (total £14.24/hr). Pay increases with training and years of service.
- Training: First Aid and Safeguarding training included and paid for
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Playworker - Long Ditton in Thames Ditton employer: Clubland Playscheme Ltd.
CLUBLAND PLAYSCHEME LTD is an excellent employer, offering a warm and welcoming environment where you can make a real difference in children's lives. With flexible hours and a strong emphasis on teamwork, this family-run business provides opportunities for personal growth while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Join us in Oxshott, Surrey, and be part of a community that values your contribution and supports your development.
