Casual playworker post with Leo Academy Trust, covering short-term absence across the Trust and staffing its holiday club at Cheam Common Junior Academy. The work centres on planning play for primary-aged pupils, setting up safe play spaces, serving snacks and supporting children through wraparound care. Hours are flexible on a casual contract, spanning breakfast and after-school sessions and school holidays. An enhanced DBS check is required and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Plan and run play activities for primary-aged children
- Set up play areas and equipment so they are safe and inviting
- Prepare and serve snacks and refreshments
- Support children to develop socially and emotionally through play
- Talk with children about worries or concerns and offer support
- Manage fair behaviour and deal with minor injuries and emergencies
- Build relationships with parents, carers and colleagues
- Cover short-term staff absence across the Trust
- Staff the holiday club at Cheam Common Junior Academy during school holidays
- Work under the guidance of the Wraparound Care team leader
Experience
- Proven experience of working in a childcare or play provision
Skills & knowledge
- Patience, flexibility and genuine enjoyment of working with children
- Sensitivity and understanding
- Ability to stay calm when things get busy
- Strong communication skills with a friendly, customer-focused approach
- Basic IT skills for simple tasks on computers or handheld devices
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS certificate
- Confirmed identity and right to work in the UK
- Overseas checks where applicable
- Satisfactory references with all employment gaps explained
- Online searches for shortlisted candidates
Nice to have
- NVQ Level 2 in Playwork
What’s offered
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing package for all staff
- Flexible hours that fit around other commitments
- PedTech and Google tools designed to reduce admin workload
- Supportive, inclusive community with a clear team ethos
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
