Out of School Club Playworker

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 17,509 - 18,115; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Childcare discount

Career progression

Training & mentoring

Referral incentive

Job summary

Jesters in Bicknacre near Chelmsford is seeking a Part Time Playworker to join our Out of School club across 3-4 days per week, all year round. You’ll help provide safe, engaging activities for children aged 4-12 and support our Breakfast and After School Club service.

You must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car to collect and transport children from local schools. We offer a range of incentives including flexible working, training, and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car.
• Experience with children aged 4–12 years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, fun and welcoming play environment for children aged 4-12.
• Deliver high-quality before/after school and holiday club activities.
• Promote safeguarding, health and safety and GDPR compliance.

Skills

Driving licence

Childcare experience

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC370434-27 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: £12.71-£13.15 per hour

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 17/02/2027 Midnight Date of Interviews: After Jesters application form is received.

\"In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun.\" Mary Poppins

Jesters popular, long standing Out of School setting in Bicknacre is looking for a Part Time Playworker all year round for 3-4 Before and After School Club days per week, plus School Holiday Club. People who can bring the fun, awe, wonder, and make magical memories for our children.

YOU MUST HOLD A FULL DRIVING LICENCE AND HAVE OWN CAR for taking and collecting children from our local schools and bringing them to the club.

We offer children from 4-12yrs from numerous local schools a diverse range of activities in a social environment. Healthy meals and support are all part of our Breakfast and After School Club service.

We are an aspirational childcare service, 'building futures' not only for every child in our care, but for our dedicated employees too...

We offer a range of attractive incentives including:

• Flexible working


• Compressed hours


• Shift swaps


• 50% childcare discount from start date


• Pathways to further your career - salary uplift on successful completion


• Apprenticeship opportunities - salary uplift on successful completion


• Upskilling, training & mentoring


• Termly paid Inset day training/teambuilding


• Referral incentive of £250 (terms and conditions apply).


• Long service rewards, from 5 years


• Strong staff retention rate


• Social events - Christmas party


• Bathroom care items


• Surprise treats


• Staff room snacks and treats


• Occupational Health support


• Warm, encouraging, supportive 'Jesters Family' environment

\"Here at Jesters we strive to offer the very best service, to be an exemplar place of learning through play, the 'go to place' for exceptional childcare. Therefore we only recruit people who excite us, have passion and stamina.\"

Job overview:
To create a safe, fun and welcoming play environment for all children aged 4 - 12 years old. To ensure the delivery of the highest quality Out of School Childcare service, achieving consistent standards of welfare, play and education to all the children in Jesters care.

Key accountabilities:

• Ensure that all children attending Jesters receive rich, stimulating and fun play experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development in a safe, clean and inviting environment.


• To develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and carers.


• To ensure that safeguarding, Health and Safety, and GDPR are at the forefront of all working practices.


• To be an advocate and champion for Jesters, and deliver play that enhances Jesters reputation for supporting equality, diversity and sustainability.


• To ensure high standards of health, hygiene and infection control measures are actively maintained.


• To be an active team player and maintain excellent working relationships to facilitate the best experience for the children on site.


• To be a positive role model for children of all backgrounds.

\"There's nowhere to go but up.\"

Careers soar at Jesters - spread your wings today!

PLEASE NOTE That unfortunately, this role does not meet the government's requirements for a Skilled Worker VISA, so we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Information about the School

Our Vision - Building futures for the next generation

At our 4 established Early Years settings in Beaulieu, Bicknacre and Danbury, Jesters is here to help every baby and child flourish and reach their full potential through a holistic childcare service for 0-12 year olds. We are an exemplar place of learning- through play, fun, and unique experiences and 'Ambitions'. Our Early Years Team enjoy variety and excitement in their teaching and learn from outstanding international pedagogy ensuring every day is fulfilling.

Our Hybrid Approach to childcare, education and playwork has been developed by our expert management core including qualified teachers, to encompass the very best practice from respected childcare methods across the world. It is fluid and innovative - supporting our vision.

As a Social Enterprise- Community Interest Company (CIC), Jesters puts children and families at the heart of our service, improving the quality of our local communities’ lives alongside running a healthy, sustainable business.

We are looking to expand our brilliant team across all settings as our dynamic business continues to evolve and thrive.

'Here at Jesters we strive to offer the very best service, to be an exemplar place of learning through play, the 'go to place' for childcare. Therefore we only recruit people who excite us, have passion and stamina.' Alison Doherty, Jesters Managing Director

For the lucky candidates, the rewards match these expectations. We are an aspirational childcare service, 'building futures' not only for every child in our care, but for our dedicated employees too…

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Becky Tutte
Jesters Bicknacre Nursery
Horseshoe Farm, Main Road
Bicknacre, Chelmsford
Essex, CM3 4EX Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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