After School Playworker

Swain House Primary School; Wrose; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Swain House Primary School is seeking an After School Playworker to join our wraparound care team. You will supervise and engage children after the school day, creating a welcoming, safe environment and facilitating a range of activities from crafts to outdoor games.

The role focuses on supporting children's social, emotional and physical development through play, building positive relationships with families, and working collaboratively with colleagues while following safeguarding and health

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children's development.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and families.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to use initiative and stay calm and organised.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage children in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities.
• Create a fun, inclusive and welcoming environment for all pupils.
• Support children's social, emotional and physical development through play.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children at all times.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of healthy snacks.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and maintain positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health and safety requirements.

Skills

Child development

Relationship building

Communication

Initiative

Safeguarding

Job description

About the Role:

After School Club PlayworkerSwain House Primary School is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and proactive After School Playworker to join our wraparoundcare team. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing a high-quality, welcoming, and safe environment for children at theend of the school day. This is a wonderful opportunity to facilitate a positive space where children can successfully transitionfrom structured learning to active, child-led play. You will be responsible for implementing a rich variety of engaging activities—ranging from arts and crafts to outdoor games—while actively encouraging positive social interaction, independence, andteamwork among pupils.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Enjoys working with children and is passionate about supporting their development
• Is enthusiastic, caring and able to build positive relationships with children and families
• Has good communication and teamwork skills
• Can use their initiative and remain calm and organised
• Has an understanding of safeguarding responsibilities (training will be provided)

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and engage children in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities
• Create a fun, inclusive and welcoming environment for all pupils
• Support children's social, emotional and physical development through play
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children at all times
• Assist with the preparation and serving of healthy snacks
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and maintain positive relationships with parents and carers
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health and safety requirements