Lunchtime Play Worker - Dunraven Primary Phase

Dunraven School; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Dunraven School in London is seeking an enthusiastic Lunchtime Playworker to support children across the Primary phase. You will help supervise play, promote safety and inclusion, and contribute to a positive lunchtime experience for pupils.

Start date as soon as possible. The role is based at Dunraven School, Mount Nod Road, London, SW16 2LG, and offers the chance to work with a diverse, multi-ethnic school community.

Job description

LUNCHTIME PLAYWORKER - DUNRAVEN PRIMARY PHASE

Start date: As soon as possible

Location of post: Dunraven School, Mount Nod Road, London, SW16 2LG

We require an enthusiastic Lunchtime Playworker to work across the Primary phase of our thriving, oversubscribed all-through school. The school’s aim is “Excellence for All” and the governors wish to appoint candidates of significant ability and enthusiasm, aware of and stimulated by the challenges and potential of a successful multi-ethnic coeducational school.

DUNRAVEN EDUCATIONAL TRUST OVERVIEW

Dunraven Educational Trust (DET) was established in 2016. DET is a trust committed to one overarching aim: excellence for and from everyone. This is an expectation for both the children and adults in a school community. It is achieved in a variety of ways according to the context of each school but within the clear framework established by the Trust.

We want an educational experience which provides excellence for - and expects it from - everyone. We know that this is best achieved in a school where:

• the offer is broad, balanced, inclusive, enriching and effective in meeting the needs of young people;
• staff and students are supported and challenged to be the best versions of themselves;
• relationships are positive, well established and healthy;
• practice is based on evidence and underpinned by the notion that ‘we can always do better’.

We are clear that this supports the development of children and young people (and adults) who are: resilient, courteous, optimistic, hardworking, self-disciplined, enthusiastic and creative

DUNRAVEN SCHOOL OVERVIEW

Dunraven School is an all-through school in South London. This means we have children from Reception to Year 13. We serve our local community and celebrate our cultural diversity. Dunraven School’s results are strong, remaining above national averages and representing positive ‘value-added’. Recognition of its marked progress has been significant and its journey as a school is important to us.

If you are successful in your application, you will share in the leadership and management of a staff who are hard-working, committed, positive in outlook and dedicated to the achievement of our students.

We offer:

• a high standard of professional practice, with bespoke in-house CPD provision, and affiliation to nationally recognised courses and providers;
• clear pathways for career development and progression with a proven track-record of success in developing leaders;
• a supportive and collegiate environment, with regular staff social and sporting activities (such as yoga, football and House events);
• excellent opportunities for leading work with external partners
• a culture of high trust and accountability that values creativity and innovation, leading practice locally and nationally in a range of fields.

The closing date for receipt of applications Monday 9 November 2026

Interviews to be held Thursday 12 November 2026

Shortlisted applicants will be given a tour of the school site on the day.

Dunraven School is committed to the safety and protection of its students. A satisfactory enhanced DBS check is a condition of employment for all employees.