Breakfast and Afterschool Club Play Worker in Horley

Horley Infant School are looking for a committed, reliable and enthusiastic team player to join our existing team of play workers in our successful breakfast and after-school club. This is a casual supply role and would be ideal for someone who may be looking for ad hoc hours subject to the operational needs of the school. Working hours are dependent on the type/role of cover required, and may include breakfast club hours commencing at 7.15/7.30am until 9am and after school club hours commencing at 3pm until 5.00/6.00pm.

We are looking for someone who:

• Can create an exciting, stimulating and safe environment for pupils attending the clubs
• Can work with our small team to ensure the best provision for pupils both before and after school
• Can initiate and encourage play opportunities for children
• Can relate well and communicate effectively at all levels with other staff members, parents and pupils
• Can engage well with our children
• Is able to work independently managing their own workload as well as part of a team
• Is enthusiastic and motivated

Although not essential, the following would be highly desirable:

• Has at least 1 years’ experience of working with children in a play-work environment would be an advantage
• Has a play work qualification NVQ level 2 or above is highly desirable
• Has a qualification in play work, first aid and food hygiene (training will be arranged)

In return, we can offer:

• A competitive salary on our Greensand Multi Academy Trust terms and conditions
• A team of friendly and supportive staff who are all committed to the school’s continued improvement
• Enrollment into a local government pension scheme
• The opportunity to work with an academy trust that encourages all of its schools to keep their own unique identity, whilst enjoying excellent relationships and collaborative partnerships with the wider Greensand community
• An excellent staff assistance scheme with access to a range of wellbeing and health initiatives, including complimentary counselling, physiotherapy and a 24 hour online GP service

Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to appoint someone sooner than this if we identify a suitable candidate. You are therefore encouraged to apply for the role as soon as possible.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of our Trust. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support or require alternative formats, please contact us.

Horley Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to demonstrably share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal records check if you have lived or travelled outside the UK for more than 3 months in the last 10 years. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to online check in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Safeguarding Statement: Horley Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts advertised are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).