At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure children's safety and create exciting play spaces at our out of school clubs.
- Company: Join RAFAKidz, an award-winning nursery group with a caring culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, childcare discounts, healthcare cashback, and gym discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours, opportunities for promotion, and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun and gaining experience.
- Qualifications: Basic food safety knowledge and a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 12.75 - 12.75 £ per hour.
Out of School Club
RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Leeming, Northallerton DL7 9NJ
£12.75 per hour, 20 hours per week
7.30 - 9am then 3 - 5.30pm Monday to Friday
Enhanced childcare discount of 40% for permanent employees.
Healthcare cash back for you and your children to cover prescription, dental and optician costs.
Free access to virtual GP.
Health and Stress Support plus gym discount.
Unlimited Refer a Friend bonus payments.
Generous leave with time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period.
Group Associate Membership savings and discounts on household bills and more!
Guaranteed transfer to another nursery (for spouses and families being reassigned).
Preparing for promotion? We pay travel and overnight expenses to allow you to experience another of our fabulous settings.
First Stage Informal Telephone Interviews let’s get to know each other before arranging a visit.
Opportunities to attend gala evenings to celebrate our big nominations and wins together!
About us
2025 was a phenomenal year for RAFAKidz! Our special awards include:
- Nursery Group of the Year Nursery World
- Medium Sized Nursery Group of the Year National NMT Nursery Awards
- Outdoor Learning Environment National NMT Nursery Awards
Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our settings we create experiences that are special, unique and child focused. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met. For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances, you could provide experiences and opportunities that will help them be confident and reach their potential.
About you
Our Play Workers' responsibilities at our busy out of school clubs include ensuring safety for children on the walk to and from school and setting up an attractive and exciting play space ensuring that hygiene and health and safety standards are met. A basic food safety certificate would be desirable as refreshments and snacks will be provided for the children. You will need to understand the principles of safeguarding children and be willing to undertake all development opportunities offered.
This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities. Interviews are ongoing so please do not delay in applying, we’d love to hear from you.
Playworker in Humber employer: THE ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION
RAFAKidz is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing environment for childcare professionals at our Honington nursery. With generous benefits including enhanced childcare discounts, healthcare cashback, and opportunities for professional growth, we prioritise employee well-being and development. Our supportive team culture, combined with the chance to work in a beautiful setting near Bury St Edmunds, makes RAFAKidz a rewarding place to advance your career while making a meaningful impact on children's lives.
Contact Details:
THE ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION Recruitment Team
