Playworker

Playworker

Full-Time No working from home possible
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Two Playworkers

10 hours and 10.25 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

The usual working pattern will be:

Tuesday - 07:45 to 08:45 and 15:00 to 18:00

Wednesday - 07:15 to 08:45

Friday - 07:15 to 08:45 and 15:00 to 18:00

Flexibility: The above sessions are the usual working pattern; however, you may be required to change or adjust your working sessions to meet the needs of the club. A flexible approach to working hours is therefore essential.

Key responsibilities:

  • Provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children
  • Supervise children during play, activities, mealtimes and transitions
  • Plan and support fun, age appropriate activities and games
  • Build positive relationships with children and encourage their participation
  • Promote positive behaviour and good manners
  • Ensure children are well cared for and their individual needs are supported
  • Work positively as part of a friendly and committed team

We are looking for:

  • Warm, caring and approachable
  • Enthusiastic about working with children
  • Reliable, punctual and responsible
  • Flexible and willing to adapt working hours to meet the needs of the club
  • Able to communicate effectively with children, parents/carers and colleagues
  • Patient and able to remain calm in a busy environment
  • Creative and willing to get involved in children's play and activities
  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare

Previous experience working with children is desirable, although applications from candidates who can demonstrate the right attitude, enthusiasm and transferable skills are welcome.

What we offer:

  • A friendly and supportive team environment
  • The opportunity to make a positive difference to children's experiences before and after school
  • A rewarding role with opportunities to develop your childcare and playworker skills
  • Support and guidance from an experienced team

Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service

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Playworker employer: Rydon Primary School

Rydon Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and inclusive environment where dedicated professionals can thrive. With a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and high-quality professional development, our school community fosters collaboration and growth, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to support children's early learning and development in a supportive team setting.

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Contact Details:

Rydon Primary School Recruitment Team