Breakfast & After School Club Early Years Playworker - Wokingham RG40
- Part-time
- Compensation: GBP 14.5 - GBP 14.5 - hourly
Junior Adventures Group
Do you have a passion for Early Years childcare and love helping little ones learn, grow and thrive?
Are you creative, enthusiastic and full of energy? We're looking for a caring and dedicated Early Years Playworker to join our Breakfast and After School Club team at Floreat Montague Primary School.
You’ll play an important role in providing high-quality care and exciting play opportunities for our youngest children, including Nursery and Reception-aged children.
Level 3 Early Years / EYFS Qualification – ESSENTIAL
You must hold a recognised Level 3 Early Years / EYFS childcare qualification to be considered for this position.
This is an essential requirement due to the age of the children attending our club.
22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time only.
Want more hours? There are also opportunities to work during school holidays, with up to 40 hours per week available if desired. Holiday Clubs operate between 8:30am and 5:30pm.
What You'll Be Doing
- Providing high-quality care and support for Nursery and Reception-aged children.
- Planning and delivering fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities.
- Supporting children's learning, development and independence through play.
- Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
- Supporting children's social, emotional and communication development.
- Observing and supporting children's individual needs and development in line with the EYFS framework.
- Building positive relationships with children, parents, colleagues and school staff.
- Supporting daily routines, snack times and transitions.
- Following safeguarding, health and safety and company procedures.
What We're Looking For
- Recognised Level 3 Early Years / EYFS childcare qualification – essential.
- A genuine passion for working with young children.
- A caring, patient and approachable nature.
- Creativity, energy and enthusiasm.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- A strong understanding of safeguarding and children's wellbeing.
- Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child development.
- Previous experience working in a nursery, preschool, school or childcare setting would be desirable.
- Monday to Friday – no weekends.
- Paid training and ongoing professional development.
- Discounted wraparound care and Holiday Clubs, where applicable.
- A friendly and supportive team.
We're committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children in our care. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check and Children's Barred List Check and is 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.
If you're a Level 3 Early Years qualified professional who loves supporting little ones to learn, explore and develop, we'd love to hear from you!
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Breakfast & After School Club Early Years Playworker - Wokingham RG40 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.
