After School Playworker - Tidbury Green School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a dedicated After School Playworker at Tidbury Green School to support children aged 2-11 in a nurturing environment. The role requires commitment and positive communication skills, with hours from 3-6pm during term time. A great opportunity to develop in a supportive community focused on children's wellbeing and learning. Competitive pro-rata salary and training opportunities available.

Benefits

Full training provided

Opportunity for childcare apprenticeship

Supportive school community

Qualifications

• Support pupils with a positive attitude.
• Work effectively in a childcare setting.
• Manage behavior and fulfill play duties.

Responsibilities

• Join a dedicated team at Tidbury Green School.
• Work hours from 3-6pm during term time.
• Support children's learning and development.

Skills

Excellent attitude and commitment

Experience in childcare or education

Childcare experience with children aged 2-11

Commitment to continuous professional development

Excellent communication skills

Positive behaviour management skills

Job description

FLAMINGOS AFTER SCHOOL PLAYWORKER

At Tidbury Green School, Dickens Heath Road, Solihull, B90 1QW

PAY RANGE: Band B/C, £24,796 - £29,540, pro rata salary £6709 - £7993

Required as soon as possible. Hours: 3-6pm every Monday, Thursday, Term Time only and includes five weeks of paid holiday.

Due to the significant growth of our before and after school provision we are seeking to appoint two additional playworkers to join our thriving and dedicated team at Tidbury Green School. A fantastic opportunity to join our team.

You must have:

• An excellent attitude and commitment to support our pupils.
• Experience of working in a childcare or education setting.
• A record of childcare experience with children from 2-11 years.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• Excellent communication skills, organisation, professionalism and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive behaviour management and play skills.

We can offer:

• Full training will be provided for the role and the opportunity to undertake a childcare apprenticeship with us after a 12 month period.
• Amazing children with fantastic attitudes to learning.
• An ambitious and inspiring school team with a strong culture of teamwork, togetherness and wellbeing.
• A nurturing school with a commitment to safeguarding.
• A friendly and supportive community of families, staff and governors, working together with the children at the heart of all that we do.

To find out more about Tidbury Green, please visit: www.tidbury-green.solihull.sch.uk

To arrange a visit please email: [e-mail]

Please send applications to the above email address for the attention of Mrs. E Smith.

Closing Date: Monday 12 January 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 15 January 2026

Attached documents

• Job Description - Flamingos Playworker Feb 25.doc
• Standard Job Application Form DBS SCHOOLS v5.1 March 2023.doc
• Recruitment Monitoring Form v1.doc
• Notes of Guidance for Applicants re DBS (Schools).doc