Play Team Member/Lunchtime supervisor

The Methodist Church in Britain; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Well-resourced school grounds

Supportive colleagues

Staff wellbeing emphasis

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking two Lunch-time Play Team helpers at Treeton Church of England Primary School to supervise pupils during lunch and help plan play activities for children of different ages. Shifts run from 11:30am to 1pm on weekdays, and the grounds include a pond, polytunnel and large field.

An enhanced DBS check is required, and visa sponsorship is not available. You'll work with a supportive school community and have opportunities for training and progression.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS clearance is required.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience in school or childcare settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor children in the playground and school field at lunchtime for safety and wellbeing.
• Plan, prepare and run indoor and outdoor play activities for a range of ages.
• Promote positive play, social interaction and inclusion among pupils.
• Keep play areas safe, manage equipment and support children, including those with additional needs.
• Work with the wider team and report concerns to the Play Coordinator or senior staff.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Relationship building

Active play

Job description

Two posts in the lunchtime and play team at Treeton Church of England Primary School, starting as soon as possible. The work centres on watching over pupils in the playground and school field and planning play for children of different ages. Shifts run from 11:30am to 1pm on weekdays, and the grounds include a pond, polytunnel and large field. An enhanced DBS check is required, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Monitor children in the playground and school field at lunchtime for safety and wellbeing
• Plan, prepare and run indoor and outdoor play activities for a range of ages
• Promote positive play, social interaction and inclusion among pupils
• Keep play areas safe, manage equipment and support children, including those with additional needs
• Work with the wider team and report concerns to the Play Coordinator or senior staff

Skills & knowledge

• Strong communication skills
• Patience and a caring manner
• Building positive relationships with children
• Passion for play, creativity and active playtimes

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Nice to have

• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting

What’s offered

• Welcoming and supportive school community
• Friendly, supportive colleagues who work well together
• Training opportunities and professional development
• Well-resourced school and grounds
• Senior leadership team that prioritises staff wellbeing