At a Glance
- Tasks: Create fun and engaging activities for children in an After School Club.
- Company: Join Junior Adventures Group, a vibrant team dedicated to children's enjoyment.
- Benefits: Earn up to £12.71 per hour with paid training and development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours with potential for extra shifts during school holidays.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun every day.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for working with children; experience in childcare is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
Make a difference. Have fun. Love your job! Do you love working with children and have the energy, enthusiasm and creativity to make their afternoons amazing? We're looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Playworker / Activity Leader to join our team in Melksham. At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we're all about creating fun! From multi-sports and games to arts & crafts and creative play, you'll help make our After School Club a place where children can have fun, feel safe and thrive.
Monday–Friday: 3:00pm–6:00pm
15 hours per week during term time
Looking for extra hours? There may also be opportunities to work additional shifts during our school Holiday Clubs, if desired.
What You'll Be Doing
- Deliver exciting activities including multi-sports, arts & crafts, games and creative play
- Supervise children and encourage participation, confidence and positive behaviour
- Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment
- Set up and pack away activities, equipment and play spaces
- Prepare and serve refreshments where required
- Support accurate sign-in and sign-out procedures
- Follow safeguarding, health & safety and company procedures
- Work as part of a fantastic team to make every session enjoyable
What We're Looking For
- Caring, enthusiastic and approachable
- Creative, energetic and ready to get involved
- Reliable, responsible and a great team player
- Passionate about working with children
- A confident communicator
- Committed to safeguarding and children's wellbeing
Previous experience in childcare, education, coaching, playwork or youth work would be an advantage, but isn't essential. We're looking for people with the right attitude, enthusiasm and commitment to children.
What's in it for you?
- Up to £12.71 per hour
- 15 hours per week during term time
- Monday to Friday – no weekends
- Opportunity for additional Holiday Club hours
- Paid training and ongoing personal & professional development
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured
- Discounted wraparound school care and Holiday Clubs, where applicable
- Refer-a-friend rewards
- A friendly, supportive and energetic team
We’re committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children in our care. All roles require an Enhanced DBS check and Children's Barred List Check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment is subject to satisfactory DBS and suitability checks. As part of our safeguarding and due diligence procedures, online searches may be undertaken in relation to shortlisted candidates. Successful applicants will be required to:
- Complete our application process — CVs alone cannot be accepted
- Provide two satisfactory references, including one from their most recent employer
- Undergo an Enhanced DBS check (unless already registered on the DBS Update Service, subject to the required checks)
- Provide documentation to support identity, right to work and vetting requirements
All safeguarding checks must be successfully completed before employment can commence.
Ready to Join the Fun? Junior Adventures Group – Creating amazing experiences for children, every day.
After School Club Playworker - Melksham SN12 employer: Junior Adventures Group
At Junior Adventures Group (JAG), we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where creativity and connection flourish. Located at Campton Academy in Shefford, our Before and After-School Club Manager role provides a unique opportunity to lead a passionate team while enjoying flexible hours that allow for personal pursuits. With no weekend work, paid training, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, JAG is dedicated to fostering growth and making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.
