After School Play Leader (Casual Hours)

Love Childcare Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as an After School Play Leader in a unique children's wraparound club! This flexible position offers the chance to lead engaging activities for children, fostering their development in a nurturing environment. With a focus on quality care and support, you'll inspire children while growing in a fun and supportive workplace.

Benefits

Paid training and development

Discounted childcare

Holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays

Fun work environment

Qualifications

• Relevant childcare experience or NVQ 2 in Playwork.
• Understanding of safeguarding and Ofsted standards.
• Experience with children aged 3–11.

Responsibilities

• Lead group and small activities including games and crafts.
• Collect children from local schools.
• Prepare and serve healthy snacks.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Proactivity

Education

NVQ 2 in Playwork or Childcare

Job description

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After School Play Leader (Casual Hours), London

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Client:

Love Childcare Recruitment

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

After School Play Leader – Unique Children's Wraparound Club in Thames Ditton!

Casual/Flexible hours on offer with majority of available hours being 2pm-6:30pm Tuesday to Thursday and up to 40 hours during holiday camps if available

£10ph-12.21ph (dependent on age, experience and qualifications) plus holiday pay allowance

We are recruiting for a brand new wraparound childcare business in Thames Ditton based in the Vital Village Community Hub. They provide before and after school club services that go beyond childcare, ensuring enriching activities that complement families' routines.

We are excited to offer a flexible opportunity for an experienced Play Leader to join their team. This role is key to their ethos of enabling children to thrive through engaging indoor and outdoor activities. They seek passionate individuals who can bring new ideas to the group.

Their focus is on providing high-quality care, prioritising children's well-being and development, fostering an environment where children feel loved, valued, and free to explore their potential.

Children will enjoy activities such as Multi Sports, performing arts, languages, music lessons, Arts and Crafts, Book Corners, and seasonal activities emphasizing sustainability.

Responsibilities include...

• Collect children from local schools via minibus or walking bus
• Lead group activities like games and sports
• Lead small group activities such as arts and crafts, cooking, and board games
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment tailored to each child's needs
• Prepare and serve healthy snacks and meals, maintaining hygiene and safety standards
• Participate in daily debriefs and meetings

About you...

• NVQ 2 in Playwork or Childcare (desirable) or relevant experience and willingness to learn
• Understanding of safeguarding and Ofsted standards
• Honest and open communication
• Experience with children aged 3–11 and a passion for responsible fun
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to juggle priorities
• Driven, people-focused, with excellent communication skills
• Paediatric First Aid qualification and enhanced DBS are desirable but can be provided

Benefits...

• Opportunity to inspire children and grow within a new business
• Weekday hours only
• Health cash back
• Paid training and development
• Discounted childcare and holiday clubs
• Holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays, no weekend work
• Fun and human work environment

Offers subject to references and DBS check. Evidence of right to work in the UK required.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunities employer.

This role requires compliance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education policy and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.