Play Leader

West Sussex County Council; Chichester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

West Sussex County Council is seeking a Play Leader for The Gattons Infant School to supervise lunchtimes and support children's play. The role is embedded in a platinum OPAL school where outdoor play and learning is valued as part of the school day.

The successful candidate will have experience with children, knowledge of play, and be a caring, enthusiastic team player who can work well with staff and pupils.

Qualifications

• Have experience of working with children, preferably within a school.
• Have experience and knowledge of play.
• Be able to work well as part of a team.
• Be caring and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Work with children during lunchtimes.
• Support imaginative play as part of an OPAL school.
• Collaborate with school staff to supervise children.

Skills

Experience working with children

Experience and knowledge of play

Teamwork

Caring and enthusiastic

Job description

Play Leader - The Gattons Infant School

West Sussex County Council View all jobs

• West Sussex
• Permanent
• Full-time

6 hours ago

We are looking for a Play Leader to work at lunchtimes with the children. We are a platinum OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) school and playtime is a very important part of the school day.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of working with children, preferably within a school
• Have experience and knowledge of play
• Be able to work well as part of a team
• Be caring and enthusiastic

Salary:
Grade 2 £24,413 to £24,796 (£14.18 to £14.40 per hour) pro rata for term time only

Hours:
Monday to Thursday 11.45 am -12.45 pm (5 hours per week)

Safeguarding Statement

This school and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Closing Date: 9 am, Thursday 24th September (we may appoint earlier if we find a suitable applicant)

Interview Date: week commencing 28th September.

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