Playworker

St James CE Primary (Westhoughton); Daisy Hill; On-site; GBP 7,500 - 7,600; Full time

Job summary

St James C E Primary School in Daisy Hill, Westhoughton, is seeking an Out of School Club Playworker Level 2 (Nursery Building) on a fixed-term contract for 12 months with potential to become permanent. The role runs 3:20 p.m.–5:50 p.m.

Monday to Friday (12.5 hours per week) with pay between £7,465 and £7,583 per year. The school invites enthusiastic applicants with a Level 2 (or above) Early Years qualification to support before/after school childcare and play activities for all children

Qualifications

• Hold a full and relevant level 2 or above Early Years qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the provision of high quality before and/or after school childcare and appropriate play opportunities for all children attending club.

Skills

Childcare

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

OUT OF SCHOOL CLUB PLAYWORKER
School Name St James C E Primary School, Daisy Hill, Westhoughton
Post Title Out of School Club Playworker Level 2 (Nursery Building)
Contract Type Fixed Term 12 months with a view to being permanent
Hours 3:20 p.m.- 5:50pm Monday to Friday - 12.5 hours per week
Pay Scale Grade C scale point 5 - 6 £7,465 - £7,583 per annum

Vacancy Details

St James (Daisy Hill) CE Primary School is a vibrant, happy and successful school providing excellence within a caring Christian community of faith, hope and love. We take pride in the high standards of educational provision and our children’s achievements. This success is due to the skills, expertise and hard work of a highly committed team of teaching and support staff.

We are looking to recruit a bank of enthusiastic and dedicated Playworkers to join St James. The successful candidates will assist with the provision of high quality before and/or after school childcare and appropriate play opportunities for all children attending club. You should hold, a full and relevant level 2 or above Early Years qualification. Hours may vary from week to week with the possibility of agreeing permanent hours dependant on experience and suitability for the role.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Successful applicants are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Bolton Council is a smoke-free employer.

Closing date: Wednesday 4th November 2026
Shortlisting: Thursday 5th November 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 9th November 2026

For further information about us, please see our school website and Facebook page.

Supporting Documents

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Bolton Council Schools (Officers) 2022 - Application Form