Childcare - After School Club Playworker/Activity Leader - Windsor SL4

Junior Adventures Group; Old Windsor; On-site; GBP 8,900 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group is seeking an enthusiastic Playworker/Activity Leader for Kings Court First School in Windsor. This term-time role runs Monday to Thursday, 2:45pm–6:30pm, 15 hours per week, with the option of extra hours during school holidays.

You will help provide a safe, welcoming environment, supervise sessions, lead engaging activities, and support children's wellbeing and fun through crafts, games and sports.

Qualifications

• No childcare qualification required; attitude and passion matter most.
• Willingness to work term-time hours: Monday-Thursday, 2:45pm-6:30pm.
• Previous childcare experience is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Help provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for children.
• Supervise and support children during the club sessions.
• Lead and take part in engaging activities and creative play.
• Encourage participation in games, crafts, sports and free play.
• Build positive relationships with children and support their independence.
• Work as part of a friendly, supportive team and follow safeguarding procedures.
• Ensure every child has a happy and enjoyable experience.

Skills

Passionate about working with children

Caring and friendly

Energetic and positive

Confident engaging with children

Team player

Reliable, punctual

Job description

Childcare - After School Club Playworker/Activity Leader - Windsor SL4

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

Junior Adventures Group

Kings Court First School, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 2NE
Term Time Only
Up to £12.71 per hour
Monday - Thursday, 2:45pm - 6:30pm
15 hours per week (Term Time Only) With the option to work additional hours during school holidays if desired.

Do you love working with children and want a fun and rewarding term-time role?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and reliable Playworker / Activity Leader to join our After School Club team at Kings Court First School in Windsor.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys spending time with children and wants to help create a safe, fun and engaging environment before and after school.

You don't need a childcare qualification for this role. What matters most to us is your attitude, enthusiasm and genuine passion for working with children.

As a Playworker / Activity Leader, you will:

• Help provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for children
• Supervise and support children during the club sessions
• Lead and take part in fun, creative and engaging activities
• Encourage children to participate in games, arts and crafts, sports and free play
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children
• Encourage children to develop confidence and independence
• Support children's individual needs
• Help create a fun and stimulating environment
• Work as part of a friendly and supportive team
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and company procedures
• Help ensure every child has a happy and enjoyable experience

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children
• Caring, friendly and enthusiastic
• Fun, energetic and positive
• Confident engaging with children
• Creative and happy to get involved in activities and play
• Reliable, responsible and organised
• Able to work well as part of a team
• Committed to children's wellbeing, safety and happiness

Previous experience of working with children would be an advantage, but it is not essential.

Most importantly, we want someone who can demonstrate a genuine passion for working with children and who will bring enthusiasm, positivity and energy to the role.

No childcare qualification is required for this role.

We are happy to consider applicants from a variety of backgrounds. Whether you have previous experience working with children or simply have a genuine passion for helping children have fun, feel supported and enjoy their time at the club, we'd love to hear from you!

Monday - Thursday
2:45pm - 6:30pm
15 hours per week
Term Time Only

This role is ideal for someone looking for regular part-time work during school term time, with consistent Monday to Thursday hours.

There will also be the option to work additional hours during school holidays, should you wish to do so. This is entirely optional and can be discussed at interview.

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 (KCSIE) 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.

For more information, please refer to the KCSIE guidance on safer recruitment.

If you're caring, enthusiastic, reliable and genuinely passionate about working with children, we'd love to hear from you!

You don't need a childcare qualification - we're looking for someone with the right attitude, energy and passion to make a positive difference to children's days.

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