Breakfast club Playworker - Reading RG30

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 1,102,000 - 1,750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted wraparound school care

Referral rewards

Paid training and development

Family-friendly hours

Flexible working with more hours

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group is seeking a Breakfast Club Playworker for Wilson Primary School in Reading. You will help deliver engaging childcare before school, ensuring a safe, structured and enjoyable start to the day for children.

The role emphasizes reliability, a proactive attitude, and excellent communication with children, parents and staff. Term-time hours with scope to work additional holiday club shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience with children is desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and able to follow procedures.
• Passion for working with children and supporting development.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of structured and engaging activities including multi-sports, games, arts & crafts, and structured play.
• Create a fun, inclusive and safe environment for children.
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and company procedures are followed at all times.
• Support children during arrival, activities and collection.
• Follow sign-in and sign-out procedures.
• Assist with setting up and packing away play areas and equipment.
• Provide refreshments while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Complete relevant documentation including accident and incident forms.
• Communicate professionally with children, parents, colleagues, and schools.
• Carry out basic equipment checks and help maintain a safe environment.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage active participation.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

• Full-time
• Compensation: GBP 8 - GBP 12.71 - monthly

Company Description

Junior Adventures Group

Job Description

Job Title:

Breakfast Club Playworker –Wilson Primary School, Reading RG30 2RW

Playworker required to support and deliver engaging childcare within a fun and inclusive Breakfast club in Reading.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and caring individual to join our team to help create a safe, structured and enjoyable environment for children attending our breakfast club school provision.

Location:

Wilson Primary School
Reading
Berkshire
RG30 2RW

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract:

Term Time Only

• Opportunity to work additional hours during school holidays (holiday club)

Hours:

6.25 hours per week (Term Time)

Working Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• 7.30- 8.45 (BreakfastClub)

School Holidays (optional):

• Up to 40 hours per week
• 08:30 – 17:30

Pay:

Up to £12.71 per hour (plus holiday pay)

What’s in it for you?

• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured
• Discounted wraparound school care and holiday club (if applicable)
• Rewards for referring family and friends
• Paid training and ongoing personal & professional development
• Family-friendly working hours
• Flexible working with opportunities to increase hours

About the Role

At Junior Adventures Group, we are looking for a passionate and enthusiasticPlayworkerto join our growing team.

You will support the delivery of high-quality childcare in our after school club, helping to create a fun, safe and engaging environment where children can relax, play and develop after their school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of structured and engaging activities including multi-sports, games, arts & crafts, and structured play
• Create a fun, inclusive and safe environment for children
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and company procedures are followed at all times
• Support children during arrival, activities, and collection
• Follow sign-in and sign-out procedures
• Assist with setting up and packing away play areas and equipment
• Provide refreshments while maintaining hygiene standards
• Complete relevant documentation including accident and incident forms
• Communicate professionally with children, parents, colleagues, and schools
• Carry out basic equipment checks and help maintain a safe environment
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage active participation
• Support first aid and health & safety procedures where required

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working with children (desirable)
• A positive, enthusiastic and proactive attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and able to follow procedures
• Ability to create a safe, engaging and inclusive environment
• Passion for working with children and supporting their development
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues

Safeguarding

This role is subject to safeguarding requirements in line withKeeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Applicants must:

• Provide two references (including most recent employer)
• Undergo an enhanced DBS check
• Provide appropriate documentation for vetting

none needed - DBS on the update service would be benefical