Playworker

The Ark Breakfast and After School Club; Winchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A children’s care organization in Winchester is seeking enthusiastic playworkers to join their team starting in January 2026. The role involves caring for children and assisting with daily activities in a fun and engaging environment. Candidates should be self-motivated, confident in supervising children, and should possess a positive communication approach. Flexible working hours with morning and after-school shifts available.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for children in a group setting is preferred.
• Ability to use initiative and work effectively within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with children positively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day operation of the club.
• Care for children during sessions and supervised activities.
• Participate fully in care sessions and ensure children are engaged.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Self-motivated

Confident supervising children

Positive approach in communications

Job description

The Ark Breakfast and After School Club is looking for playworkers to join the team from January 2026. The position involves assisting with the day to day operation of the club and the care of children. We require enthusiastic, self motivated people who can to use their initiative, and have confidence supervising children. Play workers should be confident in their interactions with children, have a positive approach in their communications and participate fully in the care session. Mostly you need to have fun!

The role is flexible and you may work all mornings and after school shifts or a few shifts a week.

The Ark Breakfast and After School Club are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks