Play Worker – Owls Club - Mount Nod Primary School

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking an enthusiastic Play worker for Mount Nod Primary to support the day-to-day running of the before and after school club. The successful candidate will assist in planning activities for children aged 3 to 11 years, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment. Applicants must have a relevant Level 2 qualification and an understanding of Health and Safety protocols. An enhanced criminal record check is required.

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 2 qualification required.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety requirements to create a safe, caring and stimulating environment.
• Undergo an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support the Play Leader in the day to day running of the before and after school club.
• Assist with planning and organisation of appropriate activities for children aged 3 to 11 years.
• Develop close partnerships with staff, children and parents.

Skills

Communication skills

Planning and organization

Understanding of Health and Safety

Education

Relevant Level 2 qualification

Job description

Overview

Mount Nod Primary is a thriving and vibrant school looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated individual to appoint as a Play worker to support the Play Leader in the day to day running of our before and after school club.

Responsibilities

• Support the Play Leader in the day to day running of the before and after school club.
• Assist with planning and organisation of appropriate activities for children aged 3 to 11 years within the agreed framework of procedures.
• Develop close partnerships with staff, children and parents through excellent communication.
• Attend staff meetings and training when required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Relevant Level 2 qualification required.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety requirements to create a safe, caring and stimulating environment.
• Undergo an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
• Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Dates

Closing date: Note, adverts shut off at midnight on your closing date: 16th September 2025

Interview date: Week commencing 22nd September 2025

Safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.