Play Worker

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Warboys Primary Academy, part of Thomas Deacon Education Trust, to support and enrich lunchtime play for children aged 4-11. You’ll help create a safe, active and inclusive outdoor environment and assist in the dining hall, promoting positive social interactions and safeguarding welfare.

We value friendly, reliable team players who communicate clearly, solve problems calmly, and bring energy to every lunchtime.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable and confident working with children aged 4-11.
• Strong teamwork, reliability and a caring attitude are essential.
• Previous play work or first aid experience is desirable; enthusiasm, flexibility and commitment to our values.

Responsibilities

• Support meaningful, active and creative lunchtime play.
• Create a safe and stimulating outdoor environment.
• Promote positive social interactions and safeguarding welfare.
• Assist in the dining hall and support lunchtime routines.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Teamwork

Reliability

Caring attitude

Clear communication

Problem solving

Job description

As a Play Worker, you'll be part of our dedicated play team, ensuring every child enjoys meaningful, active, and creative lunchtime play. You'll help create a safe and stimulating outdoor environment, support positive social interactions, and make lunchtime a happy, inclusive experience. From facilitating imaginative play to assisting in the dining hall, you'll be a key figure in promoting our school ethos and safeguarding children's welfare.

You’ll need to be friendly, approachable, and confident working with children aged 4-11. Strong teamwork skills, reliability, and a caring attitude are essential. While previous experience in play work or first aid is desirable, what matters most is your enthusiasm, flexibility, and commitment to our values. If you can communicate clearly, solve problems calmly, and bring energy to every lunchtime, we'd love to hear from you.

At Warboys Primary Academy, you'll be part of a supportive, aspirational team that values your ideas and invests in your growth. You'll enjoy opportunities for professional development through our Trust network, working alongside passionate colleagues who share best practice and celebrate success. This is more than a job, it's a chance to make a lasting impact on children's lives while working in a positive, collaborative environment.

Why work for us?:

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education." To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits

At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!

Ready to transform lives through education? and make a difference!

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.

Could you inspire children to play with confidence, creativity, and joy?

Are you ready to join a team that works together to create a safe, stimulating environment where happiness and learning thrive?

If so, Warboys Primary Academy would love to hear from you!