Playworker

St Bede Academy; Low Bolton; On-site; GBP 6,600 - 7,800; Part time

Job summary

St Bede Academy in England is seeking a Playworker to provide care and support to pupils during lunchtime, lead play activities, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment. You will promote positive behaviour, supervise activities, and work with staff to follow safeguarding procedures.

This role is term-time and paid at £12.71 per hour for 10 hours a week. A commitment to pupil wellbeing, strong teamwork, and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for children during lunchtime and playtime.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to pupils during lunchtime.
• Lead lunchtime play activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and well-being.
• Supervise equipment and tidy spaces.
• Report incidents following school policies.
• Observe safeguarding responsibilities.

Skills

Lunchtime support

Play activities leadership

Behaviour management

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Job Description - Playworker

Grade £12.71 per hour / 10 hours per week / Monday-Friday Term time only

Location: St Bede Academy

Responsible to: The Headteacher, or such other line manager as may be delegated by the Headteacher

Key Responsibilities

• Offering care and support throughout lunchtime; in the dining hall, playground and classrooms
• Leading play activities during lunchtime
• Being responsible for the wellbeing and social interaction of pupils during lunchtime
• Assisting in the domestic care and welfare of pupils at meal times
• Promoting high standards of behaviour, adhering to the schools Behaviour policy
• Assisting in the supervision of other activities during lunchtime including the setting out and storing of relevant equipment
• Ensuring that the outside and inside areas are left tidy
• Dealing with and reporting incidents and accidents that occur during lunchtime, ensuring policies and procedures are followed correctly
• Being aware of responsibilities under safeguarding legislation, and reporting concerns to a senior member of staff

Person Specification - Playworker

• Effective time management and organisation
• Having high expectations of all pupils and being committed to raising their development as learners
• Good use of initiative
• High-quality communication skills
• Building and maintaining successful relationships with pupils and staff
• Working collaboratively with colleagues as part of a professional team; and carrying out roles effectively, knowing when to seek help and advice from colleagues.
• Working within schools policies and procedures and being aware of legislation relevant to personal role and responsibility in the scho

Benefits

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Nurturing Work Environment: Benefit from on-site nurseries available during school terms and 52-week private nurseries at preferential rates.
• Extended Care Options: Enjoy access to our out-of-school and holiday clubs, also offered at discounted rates.
• Professional Growth: Embark on a journey of personal development with bespoke opportunities and comprehensive access to the Schoot CPD package.
• Technological Advancement: Experience our dynamic digital strategy, including 1-1 iPads for both pupils and staff.
• Dedicated Support: Rely on our on-site Trust HR and full-time IT support teams, dedicated to your needs.
• Strong Leadership: Be part of a team backed by committed Directors and Governors, and a leadership that values your workload and well-being.
• Inspiring Students: Teach pupils who are well-behaved, eager to learn, and who find joy and calm in their school life.
• A Family Ethos: Join a community that cherishes individual talent, empowering everyone to achieve their best.

Our Academy Trust is committed to improving the life chances of all children through education and personal development. Each child is unique. We encourage and support every child through their exciting journey within our Trust, equipping them with the skills they need for the future.

Our approach is based on sharing excellence within our Trust, recruiting, training, and retaining the highest calibre of staff who share our vision of enlightening, enriching, empowering and evolving a generation through education.

‘Enlightening, Enriching, Empowering and Evolving generations through education’

We offer a fantastic, supportive place to work along with flexible working opportunities, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services.

The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.