Casual Breakfast and After school Playworker - Earley, Reading RG6
- Part-time
- Compensation: GBP 8 - GBP 12.71 - monthly
Love working with children? Looking for flexible work?
We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Casual Playworker / Activity Leader to join our Breakfast & After School Club team at Aldryngton Primary School.
This is a casual/bank role, with shifts offered to provide cover for:
- Staff sickness
- Staff holidays and annual leave
- Busier sessions and additional staffing needs
As this is a casual position, hours are not guaranteed and you will not necessarily work every session. However, there may be opportunities to move into more regular/permanent hours when they become available in the future.
Up to 22.5 hours per week during term time, depending on the needs of the club and your availability.
Want More Hours During the School Holidays?
There is also the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week during school holidays, subject to availability.
Holiday Club operational hours are:
A great option if you're looking for flexible term-time work with the potential to increase your hours during the school holidays.
What You'll Be Doing
- Deliver fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities including sports, games, arts & crafts and creative play
- Create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for every child
- Supervise children and encourage participation, positive behaviour and independence
- Set up and pack away activities, equipment and play spaces
- Prepare and provide refreshments while maintaining high hygiene standards
- Follow safeguarding, health & safety and company procedures
- Complete accurate sign-in and sign-out procedures
- Maintain relevant accident, incident and other required documentation
- Communicate professionally with children, parents, colleagues and school staff
- Carry out basic equipment and safety checks
- Support first aid and health & safety procedures where required
- Help children have fun, stay active and enjoy their time at the club
We're looking for someone who is:
- Caring, enthusiastic and approachable
- Reliable, responsible and proactive
- Creative, energetic and happy to get involved
- Passionate about working with children
- Comfortable working as part of a team
- Confident communicating with children and adults
- Committed to safeguarding and children's wellbeing
Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
Experience in childcare, education, coaching, playwork, youth work or a similar environment would be an advantage.
What's in it for you?
- Up to £12.71 per hour + holiday pay
- Flexible casual/bank contract
- Up to 22.5 hours per week during term time, subject to cover requirements
- Opportunity for more regular/permanent hours when available
- Potential for up to 40 hours per week during school holidays
- Monday to Friday – no weekends
- Family-friendly working 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
- Supportive and friendly team environment
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.
Junior Adventures Group – Creating amazing experiences for children, every day.
#JAGM
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Casual Breakfast and After school Playworker - Earley, Reading RG6 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.
