Lunchtime Play Worker — Inspire Imagination & Support Pupils

Oasis Academy Henderson Avenue; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Henderson Avenue is seeking a committed Play Worker to support pupils at lunchtimes, ensuring access to play equipment and implementing Opal Play principles. You will help create a safe, engaging play environment across the dinner period.

Working closely with support and lunchtime staff, you will encourage imaginative play, monitor pupil wellbeing, and contribute to training and development opportunities within a welcoming school community.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at C grade or above.
• Experience of supporting pupils with lunch time play.
• Awareness of Child Safeguarding.
• Ability to effectively communicate with pupils and staff and ensure pupils have access to a variety of play equipment to develop imaginative play.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across lunchtimes ensuring access to play equipment in line with Opal Play and school policies.

Skills

Communication with pupils and staff

Lunchtime play support

Safeguarding awareness

Supervision and safety

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C or above)

Job description

Oasis Academy Henderson Avenue is seeking a committed Play Worker to support pupils at lunchtimes, ensuring access to play equipment and implementing Opal Play principles. You will help create a safe, engaging play environment across the dinner period.

Working closely with support and lunchtime staff, you will encourage imaginative play, monitor pupil wellbeing, and contribute to training and development opportunities within a welcoming school community.