Casual After School Club Playworker - Earley, Reading

Junior Adventures Group; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare organization in the UK is seeking individuals to plan and execute engaging activities for children, ensuring their safety and well-being. The role offers up to 15 hours per week during term time and the chance to work up to 40 hours during holidays. Pay is up to £12.21 per hour, with perks including paid training and family-friendly hours. Successful candidates must comply with child safety legislation and may undergo a DBS check.

Benefits

24/7 Employee Assist Programs

Discounted school care

Paid training

Family-friendly hours

Qualifications

• Experience in planning activities for children.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety protocols.
• Ability to provide first aid when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute engaging activities for children.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with children and parents.
• Conduct safety checks for all equipment.

Skills

Activities planning

Health and Safety compliance

First Aid

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute structured and exciting activities that encourage maximum participation, such as multi-sports, games, arts and crafts, structured play, and more ensuring they are age‑appropriate.
• Follow all Health and Safety protocols and policies, including signing in and out processes.
• Provide refreshments for the children.
• Create an inclusive and fun atmosphere for the children in our care, from picking them up from school to safely delivering them back to their parents or caregivers.
• Collaborate with the team to plan and execute structured and exciting activities that encourage maximum participation (multi‑sports, games, arts and crafts, structured play, etc.).
• Ensure all activities are age and skill‑appropriate while prioritizing safety, including the proper use of equipment and space.
• Provide refreshments for the kids while maintaining our high standards of hygiene and health and safety.
• Set up and pack away play spaces, moving furniture and play equipment as needed.
• Follow all Health and Safety protocols and policies and keep all relevant documentation, including accident and incident forms, up to date and completed as needed.
• Ensure proper sign‑in and sign‑out processes and procedures are followed for all children in our care.
• Communicate professionally and authentically with team members, parents, children, and schools.
• Conduct regular maintenance and safety checks for all equipment and kit.
• Take the lead in championing health and safety, providing first aid where necessary.
• Keep all information and documents related to the children in our care confidential and secure.
• Inspire our team members and the children in our care to have fun, be active, and lead an active lifestyle.

Our people will always make us special at JAG – if you answered yes to a number of the questions above, it’s people just like you we’re looking for! Every single day, our incredible, professional teams make a positive difference in children’s lives across the UK.

This role requires compliance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education policy and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. You must provide two references, one from your most recent employer and the other from a childcare setting (if applicable). We will conduct a DBS check on your behalf, so please prepare the correct documentation. You must meet these requirements to be eligible for the hiring process.

Hours: up to 15 hours per week during term time (with the opportunity to work up to 40 hrs per week during our holiday clubs if desired). Operational Hours during Term Time: Monday to Friday – 7.30‑9.00 & 15.00‑18.00. Our Holiday Clubs run from 8.30‑17.30 Monday to Friday. Pay: Up to £12.21 per hour (plus holiday pay). Contracts Available: Casual. Our casual role is to cover for staff sickness, staff holidays & busier sessions – more permanent hours will be offered once they become available.

What’s in it for you?

• Access to 24/7 Employee Assist Programs through Health Assured.
• Discounted wrap‑around school care and holiday club (if you have little ones).
• Rewards for recommending your family and friends to come and join the family.
• Paid training and regular personal and professional development.
• No weekend working.
• Family friendly hours.