At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and engage children in the After School Club for 6 hours weekly.
- Company: The Oaks Primary is an inclusive school located in Druids Heath, Birmingham.
- Benefits: Permanent position with term-time only hours, allowing for work-life balance.
- Other info: Position starts on 1st September 2026; visits to the school are encouraged.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team committed to achieving high educational outcomes for all pupils.
- Qualifications: Fluency in spoken English is essential; safeguarding commitment required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 35892 £ per year.
Permanent position to start 1st September 2026, 6 hours per week term‑time only.
The Oaks Primary is an inclusive primary school based in the Druids Heath area of Birmingham, with a dedicated, hard‑working team of staff who strive towards all pupils achieving the highest educational outcomes, regardless of their circumstance or background.
We wish to appoint a Play Worker to work in the After School Club for 6 hours per week. You will be working term‑time only: Monday to Wednesday 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm.
Visits are warmly welcomed; you may arrange a visit by calling 0121 464 6272 or emailing mcummins@theoaks.drbignitemat.org.
Please note: In line with Safer Recruitment Practice, a minimum of two references will be sought for shortlisted candidates prior to interview. One reference must be the candidate’s current/most recent employer. The Trust is absolutely committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults through its safer recruitment processes. The Trust expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.
We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students. As part of our due diligence, an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates.
Rehabilitation of Offenders: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
Grade 2 Wraparound Care Play Worker 6 hours per week employer: The Oaks Primary School
The Oaks Primary offers a supportive environment focused on safeguarding and promoting student welfare. Located in Birmingham, the school values inclusivity and aims for high educational standards. The team is dedicated and hardworking, making it a great place to contribute positively to children's lives.
