(CR) Play Worker at Out of School Club

RAFA Kidz Ltd; Sleaford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare organization in Sleaford is looking for a Play Worker for its Out of School Club. The role involves ensuring the safety of children and setting up engaging play environments. The position offers 23.75 hours per week with a pay rate of £12.26/hour. This opportunity also includes subsidized childcare, training, and flexible working options. Applicants are encouraged to have a positive attitude, and childcare experience is advantageous but not required. Apply before 2 January.

Benefits

Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff

Refer a Friend Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Onsite Gyms at set locations

Qualifications

• Some childcare or nursery experience is desirable.
• Basic food safety certificate is preferable.
• Willingness to undertake development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety for children on walks to and from school.
• Set up play space and meet hygiene standards.
• Understand safeguarding principles for children.

Skills

Childcare experience

Safety awareness

Positive attitude

Enthusiastic attitude

Job description

Overview

Play Worker for Out of School Club at RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Cranwell, Sleaford NG34 8HB. 23.75 hours per week at £12.26 per hour. Schedule: Monday to Friday 7.15 – 9.15am and 3.00 – 5.45pm. Option to choose Term Time Working instead of all year round.

Benefits

• Subsidised childcare to all permanent staff
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Onsite Gyms at set locations

About RAFAKidz

Our RAFAKidz family – Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing. In each of our 21 settings we create experiences that are special, unique and child focused. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met. For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances you could provide experiences and opportunities that will help them be confident and reach their potential.

What makes us different

By joining us as part of our RAFAKidz family, we commit to your ongoing development and future career opportunities. (Please read our staff testimonials on our website!) You should bring a positive, caring and enthusiastic attitude; in return we offer a great induction experience, training and development opportunities, and you’ll be learning on the job from amazing colleagues. We offer subsidised childcare for colleagues to bring their children with them, high quality up-to-date training including using our software to electronically record observations and updates. You’ll have ample annual leave and time off to relax and recharge over the Christmas period.

About the role

While some childcare or nursery experience would be desirable, we will provide a full training and induction programme for the right candidate. Play Workers responsibilities include ensuring safety for children on the walk to and from school, and setting up an attractive and exciting play space with hygiene and health and safety standards being met. A basic food safety certificate would be desirable as refreshments and snacks will be provided for the children. You will need to understand the principles of safeguarding children and be willing to undertake all development opportunities offered. The job description is available to download on our website www.rafakidz.org.uk. We can offer some flexibility with regards to the contract, for either all year round working (preferred) or Term Time Only working to fit in with other commitments.

Requirements

This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities.

How to apply

Apply via our website www.rafakidz.org.uk. Closing date Friday 2 January; however interviews are ongoing, so please do not delay in applying. We’d love to hear from you.