Play Leader

Rosecliffe Spencer Academy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosecliffe Spencer Academy in Edwalton, Nottinghamshire, is seeking an individual who is patient, tolerant and fair, with a passion for helping children reach their best. OPAL Play introduced in 2024 has promoted engaging, inclusive lunchtime play across a diverse school community of around 450 pupils from Nursery to Year 6.

Applicants should show initiative, stay calm under pressure, and be willing to work closely with colleagues to support learning and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Patient, tolerant and fair approach to children.
• Ability to initiate play and promote development.
• Hard-working and conscientious with reliable attendance.
• Excellent listening skills in classroom settings.
• Calm under pressure; able to work independently and take initiative.
• Able to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

Patience

Play facilitation

Conscientiousness

Active listening

Independence/Initiative

Relationship building

Job description

We are looking for someone who:

• Is patient, tolerant, sympathetic and fair
• Can initiate play and encourage children to be the best version of themselves
• Is hard working and conscientious
• Has excellent listening skills
• Can work independently, show initiative and stay calm under pressure
• Has an ability to build strong, trusting relationships

Rosecliffe Spencer Academy opened in September 2020 and is at the heart of a growing community in Edwalton, Nottinghamshire. We have a diverse community with approximately 450 children ranging from Nursery to Year 6. OPAL Play was introduced in 2024 and has promoted play throughout school at lunchtime.

Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to interview and close the advert ahead of the closing date.

The Trust and its member academies are committed to promoting equality and diversity in both employment and education provision. We aim to ensure that students, parents, governors, employees, contractors, partners, clients and other stakeholders within the Trust community are treated fairly, and with dignity and respect regardless of Protected Characteristics.

Spencer Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Committed Employer.