After-School Play Practitioner: Safe, Engaging Care for Kids

MERIDIAN TRUST; Chettisham; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational trust is seeking an energetic Play Practitioner to join their team at The Lantern Community Primary School. The role involves supporting after-school and breakfast club sessions for children aged 4 to 11. Responsibilities include supervising activities, preparing refreshments, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates should have GCSE or equivalent in English Language and be able to build positive relationships with children and staff. This is a term-time only, permanent post with a salary of £4,884 - £4,961 per year.

Benefits

Apprenticeship opportunities

Mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare benefits

Discounts on everyday essentials

Qualifications

• Energetic and dedicated attitude to play provision.
• Ability to work collaboratively with parents and staff.
• Experience with children aged 4 to 11 years.

Responsibilities

• Support the after-school 'stay and play' club from 3.30 - 6pm.
• Assist in the breakfast club on Friday mornings.
• Prepare refreshments for children.

Skills

Child supervision

Positive relationship building

First aid knowledge

Safeguarding understanding

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English Language

Job description

An educational trust is seeking an energetic Play Practitioner to join their team at The Lantern Community Primary School. The role involves supporting after-school and breakfast club sessions for children aged 4 to 11. Responsibilities include supervising activities, preparing refreshments, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates should have GCSE or equivalent in English Language and be able to build positive relationships with children and staff. This is a term-time only, permanent post with a salary of £4,884 - £4,961 per year.