Lunchtime Playworker in Cheam

EmployerCuddington Croft Primary SchoolLocationCheam, SurreyContract TypePermanentHoursPart Time, Term TimeSalary£24,686 FTE FTE (Actual - £2,873.98)Posted11th September 2026Start Date1st October 2026Expires20th September 2026 11:59 PMContract TypePermanentStart Date1st October 2026Job ID1573675Suitable forOther GraduatesJob ReferenceCUD012Start Date1st October 2026Contract Type :PermanentSuitable for: Other GraduatesJob ID: 1573675Are you passionate about creating a positive and supportive environment for children? Cuddington Croft Primary School are seeking a dedicated and caring Lunchtime Playworker to join their friendly and committed team.Your opportunityThis is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about children and can encourage and initiate games at playtime. The successful candidate will relate in a friendly but firm manner with all children in the playground and during the lunchtime meal period.What we are looking forYou will ensure children obtain their lunch and supervise the areas for children’s eating and play in breaktimes. Successful candidates will be responsible for supporting children in their play and eating. Candidates will ideally have experience of working with children and feel that they are approachable and can be patient, resilient and flexible with the demands of breaktime and the children’s needs. The working hours will be 12pm - 1:15pm (4 days per week)An individual with First Aid training would be desirable, as you will be expected to support your team and the children with any first aid needs. However, training can be provided if you do not currently hold this qualification.Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.About Cuddington CroftOur School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Cuddington Croft, our cluster includes the following other schools; The Vale Primary School, Banstead Infant School, Warren Mead Infant and Junior Schools, Danetree Primary School and Floreat Wandsworth Primary School.This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.Join the GLF Schools CommunityAs a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of EnglandWe work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identityCommitted to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible educationGLF Schools Employment OfferGLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and FlourishAccess to our highly competitive Local Government SchemeFlexible working optionsGenerous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policiesEmployee wellbeing initiativesAccess to a staff benefits portalCommunity and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.The DetailsStart Date: 1st October 2026Salary: £24,686 FTEActual Salary: £2,873.98Hours: 4 days a week (flexible) 12pm – 1.15pm, 5 hrs per week (38 weeks per year)Closing Date: Sun 20 SeptInterview Date: W/C 21st SeptGLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.View all jobs from school #J-18808-Ljbffr