Lunchtime Playworker

eTeach UK Limited; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work life and family friendly policies

Staff benefits portal

Job summary

GLF Schools is seeking a caring Lunchtime Playworker to supervise lunch and play areas and to support children during break times at Cuddington Croft Primary School in England.

The role requires a friendly, patient and flexible approach, with experience around children and First Aid training being desirable. Hours are 12pm to 1:15pm, five days a week, for 38 weeks per year.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children preferred.
• First Aid training desirable; training can be provided.
• Patient, resilient and flexible with breaktime needs.
• Availability 12:00–13:15, five days a week.

Responsibilities

• You will supervise the lunch and play areas, ensuring children obtain their lunch and engage in safe play.
• Support children in their play and eating during breaktimes.
• Maintain a friendly but firm approach with all children in the playground and lunchtime period.
• Work as part of the school team to ensure a positive lunchtime experience for pupils.

Skills

Experience with children

First Aid

Patience

Resilience

Job description

Are you passionate about creating a positive and supportive environment for children? Cuddington Croft Primary School are seeking a dedicated and caring Lunchtime Playworker to join their friendly and committed team.Your opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about children and can encourage and initiate games at playtime. The successful candidate will relate in a friendly but firm manner with all children in the playground and during the lunchtime meal period.

What we are looking for

You will ensure children obtain their lunch and supervise the areas for children’s eating and play in breaktimes. Successful candidates will be responsible for supporting children in their play and eating. Candidates will ideally have experience of working with children and feel that they are approachable and can be patient, resilient and flexible with the demands of breaktime and the children’s needs. The working hours will be 12pm - 1:15pm (5 days per week) An individual with First Aid training would be desirable, as you will be expected to support your team and the children with any first aid needs. However, training can be provided if you do not currently hold this qualification.

About Cuddington Croft

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Cuddington Croft, our cluster includes the following other schools; The Vale Primary School, Banstead Infant School, Warren Mead Infant and Junior Schools, Danetree Primary School and Floreat Wandsworth Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness

43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England

We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity

Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

Access to our highly competitive Local Government Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies

Access to a staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: ASAPSalary: £24,686 FTEActual Salary: £3,592.48Hours: 6.25hrs a week - Monday to Friday12pm - 1.15pm (38 weeks per year)Closing Date: Wednesday 25th November at 11.59pmInterview Date: TBC