Play worker

Gamlingay Village Primary; Beeston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Gamlingay Village Primary is seeking a dedicated Playworker to join our wraparound provision, Roosters, providing before and after-school care for our pupils. This permanent, part-time role offers 19.75 hours per week during term time with two training days in September and October, and starts as soon as possible.

You will create a safe, engaging environment, supervise children, lead activities, and work closely with families and colleagues to support wellbeing and development in line with our

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and safeguarding.
• Warm, caring and energetic demeanor.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for children attending Roosters.
• Create a safe, engaging environment for play and learning.
• Organise and lead activities including games, crafts, sports and outdoor play.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Encourage positive behaviour and support children's wellbeing.
• Collaborate with Roosters team and school staff.
• Ensure sessions are safe, happy and fully engaging for all children.
• Promote the school values of Respect, Aspire and Grow.

Skills

Childcare

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Communication

Job description

PLAY WORKER

Salary: NJC Scale 2 points 4 to 5 (£25,185 to £25,583 per annum FTE - pay award pending). Actual salary £11,375.14 per annum on point 5.

Contract: Permanent. 19.75 hours per week. 07.00 to 08.45 Monday to Friday and 15.15 to 18.00 Monday to Thursday. Term time plus 2 training days in September and October (38.4 weeks per year).

Start date: As soon as possible

Place of work: Gamlingay Village Primary, Gamlingay, Bedfordshire

Do you enjoy working with children and helping them have fun, feel safe and thrive?

Are you enthusiastic, caring and full of energy? Do you believe that the best childcare provision combines warmth, nurture, creativity and strong relationships? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Playworker to join our fantastic wraparound provision, Roosters. This is a wonderful opportunity to become part of a caring and committed team that provides high-quality before and after-school care for our children.

At Roosters, we pride ourselves on creating a safe, happy and engaging environment where children can relax, play, make friends and develop confidence beyond the school day.

About Our School

Our children are fabulous, full of character and at the heart of everything we do. We are a school on a rapid improvement journey, united by our core values:

Respect Aspire Grow

These values underpin all aspects of school life and are central to the caring relationships we build with our children, families and staff.

About Roosters

Roosters is a valued part of our school community, providing a welcoming and nurturing environment before and after the school day. We believe children should feel happy, safe and excited to attend, with opportunities to play, create, explore and build friendships.

The Role

As a Playworker, you will:

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for children attending Roosters
• Create a fun, safe and engaging environment where children can thrive
• Organise and lead a range of activities including games, crafts, sports and outdoor play
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Encourage positive behaviour and support children's wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with the wider Roosters team and school staff
• Ensure children remain safe, happy and fully engaged throughout sessions
• Promote our values of Respect, Aspire and Grow in all interactions

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Loves working with children and making a positive difference
• Is warm, caring and enthusiastic
• Enjoys playing, creating and engaging with children
• Builds strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Is reliable, responsible and flexible
• Works well as part of a team
• Has a positive and can-do attitude
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Shares our school values and commitment to providing the very best experiences for children

Why Join Us?

• Fabulous children who make every day rewarding
• A friendly and supportive team
• A welcoming school community
• Opportunities for training and development
• A role where you can genuinely make a difference
• The chance to be part of a school firmly rooted in Respect, Aspire and Grow

If you are passionate about children, enjoy working as part of a team and want to help create memorable experiences for our pupils, we would be delighted to receive your application.

For further details on the school please visit our website Welcome to Gamlingay Village Primary - Gamlingay Village Primary