Lunchtime Play Leader

Haringey Jobs London; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 6,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary educational institution is looking for a committed Lunchtime Play Leader to support children in outdoor play activities. This part-time position entails fostering positive relationships and promoting emotional development among children ages 3-7. The role is essential for creating an enriching outdoor learning environment. Prospective candidates should exhibit energy and enthusiasm, along with the ability to engage children in constructive play.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children in play.
• Ability to foster positive relationships.
• Skills in leading playground activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead play activities and ensure children are engaged.
• Support children's social and emotional development.
• Provide a safe and challenging outdoor environment.

Skills

Energy and enthusiasm

Ability to support emotional management

Initiative

Engagement in play

Job description

Position: Lunchtime Play Leader

Salary: Scale 1B, Spinal point 3 (£5,583.53)

Hours of work: Part Time (7.5) – Term Time Only

Contract Term: Permanent

Closing Date: Wednesday 26th November 2025 at 9am

Interviews: Friday 28th November 2025

Start date: January 2026

Belmont Infant School is looking to appoint a committed, creative and enthusiastic Lunchtime Play Leader to join our dedicated and friendly team.

The role involves supporting children aged 3-7 years in the playground by setting up and leading play activities, modelling positive relationships and by celebrating all that the outdoors can provide. We believe being outside gives children one of the best possible environments in which to learn – this role is crucial!

As a school we ensure our children enjoy being outside. We have worked hard with our lunchtime supervisors so they understand:

• Well managed outdoor play is central to young children’s learning.
• The activities and resources lunchtime staff provide need careful consideration.
• The outside learning environment must be challenging and full of creative and innovative opportunities.
• That children need space, time and choice with a range of activities and experiences when playing.
• How resources or equipment might be used and how they could be built on and extended.
• When playing, children need opportunities to make choices and decisions.

Belmont Infant School is a happy, learning community where each individual child and each member of staff is valued for the contribution they can make to the life of the school.

Staff work hard to provide the very best for our children. If you join our team you will be part of a happy, caring team who put children at the heart of the learning process.

We are seeking to appoint a Lunchtime Play Leader who:

• Approaches every day with curiosity, energy and enthusiasm.
• Can support children to manage emotions, develop a positive sense of self and have confidence in their own abilities.
• Through their interaction with the children supports them in developing good friendships, how to co-operate and resolve conflicts peaceably.
• Has the ability to think on their feet and use their initiative.
• Can engage children in their play and constructively lead playground games and activities.

Belmont Infants serves a richly diverse community. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, eliminating discrimination and harassment, valuing diversity and promoting positive relationships. We provide an inclusive education which enables all pupils to develop their full potential meeting the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

Please contact the school office on [e-mail] for an application pack, and to arrange to visit the school.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by telephone and email.

Belmont Infant and Junior Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.