Newton Westpark Primary School
Tennyson Avenue
Leigh
WN7 5JY
Salary: Grade 3, £6,116 per annum. £13.69 per hour
10 hours per week, term time plus 1 week working 39 weeks per year
Temporary until 31 December 2027
Required as soon as possible
OPAL (Outdoor play and learning) is an award-winning programme that helps schools transform playtimes into exciting, creative and inclusive opportunities for children. It encourages children to explore, imagine, build friendships and develop confidence through a wide range of play experiences. At Newton Westpark, we want every child to look forward to lunchtime, enjoy being active and have the freedom to play, learn and thrive!
Do you love working with children? Are you energetic, enthusiastic and full of ideas?
We are looking for someone who can make lunchtime fun, active, inclusive and enjoyable for every child!
You will help lead our lunchtime team, organise exciting play opportunities and create a happy, safe environment where children can play, make friends and thrive.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinate and support the lunchtime play team
- Provide a range of enjoyable and inclusive play opportunities
- Promote positive relationships, wellbeing and behaviour
- Listen to children to develop lunchtime play
- Applicants must hold a full, valid UK driving licence as the role will occasionally involve travelling to purchase resources and supplies.
In return we offer
- a full training and induction process
- a caring, welcoming school that values everyone
- a dedicated, supportive team of staff and governors
- an environment where all are encouraged to develop as learners
- a commitment to continuing Professional Development
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and as such this post is subject to enhanced Criminal Record disclosure processes. It is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check
The employer is committed to safeguarding
OPAL Lunchtime Play Coordinator in Leigh employer: Newton Westpark Primary
Newton Westpark Primary offers a supportive and collaborative work environment, encouraging professional development and strategic involvement in school leadership. Employees have the opportunity to manage diverse aspects of school operations, contributing to a positive impact on the educational community. The role includes potential for growth within the Senior Leadership Team, fostering career advancement.
