Play Leader — After-School & Primary Development

Dodleston CofE Primary School; Chester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Dodleston CofE Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic after-school supervisor to support children aged in the primary range. The role runs during term-time, typically from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm, with occasional flexibility until 6:00 pm, and involves creating a safe, warm environment where children can enjoy structured play and social activities.

You will be part of a friendly team, planning engaging activities, promoting wellbeing, and collaborating with parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Essential qualification: A level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of working with primary-aged children is required.
• Safeguarding training will be provided as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with children during play and recreational activities.
• Plan, organise and support fun, age-appropriate play activities.
• Encourage children to develop social skills, confidence, independence and positive relationships
• Create a welcoming, inclusive and positive environment where every child feels valued
• Support children with their individual needs, interests and abilities
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers and colleagues as appropriate
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and other relevant policies and procedures
• Help maintain a clean, safe and well-organised play environment.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Teamwork

Communication

Education

A level 3 qualification or equivalent relevant qualification

Job description

Dodleston CofE Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic after-school supervisor to support children aged in the primary range. The role runs during term-time, typically from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm, with occasional flexibility until 6:00 pm, and involves creating a safe, warm environment where children can enjoy structured play and social activities.

You will be part of a friendly team, planning engaging activities, promoting wellbeing, and collaborating with parents and staff.