Wrap Around Care Play Worker (Level 2) - Rugeley John Taylor School

Wrap Around Care Play Worker (Level 2) required from September 2026

Permanent, Part Time Role working 22.5 hours per week – 5 days per week (4.5 hours per day – 7:30am to 9:00am, 3:00pm to 6:00pm). (Term Time, working 38 weeks per year).

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• Overview

Rugeley John Taylor School, part of John Taylor MAT, is proud to be growing the only ‘all-through’ school within our Trust family.

Having opened our doors to our first cohort in September 2025, we are continuing to build a school that will serve local communities from the earliest years right through to sixth form, offering a ‘gold standard’ learning experience.

As we expand, we continue to embed the core features of John Taylor MAT that have become a hallmark of its success.

Responsibilities

We are commencing the search for a committed, adaptable and caring Extended School Wrap Around Carer to work under the direct instruction and guidance of teaching staff within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), usually in the classroom alongside the classroom teacher.

• Assist in planning and delivering a range of suitable activities for children relevant to their age, fostering self-esteem and confidence.
• Support learning through play, exploration and adult-led activities in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework.
• Help plan a range of suitable activities and motivate children to participate in activities.
• Create inclusive opportunities for children to engage fully in a purposeful learning environment, providing specific support in their care, learning and development.
• Collaborate in partnership with parents/carers and staff to provide quality integrated day care and education for all nursery and reception children.
• Promote health, safety and well‑being of children and support family engagement as part of the EYFS team.

Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications and experience, you could be ideal for this role if you:

• Have a Paediatric First Aid Qualification (training will be provided, if necessary).
• Have experience working with children with SEND and specific needs.
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills to be able to relate well to children.
• Have self‑motivation and the ability to take responsibility.
• Understand school policies to ensure the safety and well‑being of all the children, parents and staff.
• Can build professional relationships with colleagues, parents and other stakeholders.
• Can liaise effectively with other team members, children and parents/carers.
• Application Details

Deadline for applications: 23rd July 12:00pm. Interview Date: TBC.

Completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@rjt. jtmat. co. uk.

Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting.

CVs will not be accepted.

Legal and Safety Statement

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).

Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www. gov. uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.

John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Pre‑employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post.

Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

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