Out of School Club Play Leader (Part time)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Stafford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Penkridge Middle School is seeking a caring and reliable Out of School Club Play Leader for a part-time role with responsibility for overseeing before and after school activities. Ideal candidates should have experience with children, strong communication skills, and relevant qualifications in child care, ensuring a positive environment for pupils.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 9 to 13.
• Confident in managing small groups.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities for pupils.
• Ensure children's safety and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Child management

Creativity

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Penkridge Middle School is a thriving and inclusive school at the heart of the community, supporting pupils aged 9 to 13. We are proud to offer a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and flourish.

We are currently looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and reliableOut of School Club Play Leaderto run our before and after school provision. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about creating a fun and supportive environment outside of the classroom.

As the Play Leader, you will be responsible for planning and delivering a range of engaging activities for pupils, ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times. You will lead the club independently, supported by the school team, and play a key role in building positive relationships with children and their families.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children of a similar age group and will be confident in managing a small group setting. A relevant qualification, such as NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a related discipline, is desirable, although equivalent experience will also be considered. Basic numeracy and literacy skills are essential, and First Aid training—particularly in paediatrics—is preferred; however, training can be provided if needed.

This is a part-time, term-time only position, with working hours split between mornings and afternoons, Monday to Friday, and an earlier finish on Fridays. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about creating a positive and supportive environment outside of the traditional school day.

Visits to the school are welcomed.Please contact Amy Griffiths (Office Manager) via email [e-mail] or by telephone on 01785 413400 to arrange a call or visit.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and responsibility.Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

All staff working in the School during the school day will have contact with children and will therefore be in regulated activity.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.