Playworker - Acorns out of School Club - Stivichall Primary School

TN United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an energetic and innovative Playworker to join their team at a primary school in Coventry. This role involves creating memorable learning experiences and providing excellent wraparound care for children aged 4-11. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster a safe and engaging environment. If you're enthusiastic, adaptable, and ready to make a positive impact on young lives, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 4-11 in a play or educational setting.
• Ability to plan and facilitate safe and engaging play activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and creative play experiences for children.
• Model and promote high expectations of behavior in the club.

Skills

Child Engagement

Creative Play Planning

Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant Childcare Qualification

Job description

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Playworker - Acorns out of School Club - Stivichall Primary School, Coventry

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Client:

Coventry City Council

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

22e9cfbde606

Job Views:

9

Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

What is the job role?

‘Learning at Stivichall is a passport for life’

Stivichall Primary School is a ‘Good’ school (Ofsted ) with aspects of outstanding provision. Our children are hard working, respectful and a joy to spend time with. We pride ourselves on providing memorable learning experiences that enable our pupils to excel and we feel that positive and rewarding wraparound care sessions are an important part of our school day.

We would like to recruit an innovative and energetic Playworker to work across the primary age range (4-11 years) to ensure our out of school club is the best it can be.

The usual hours are 16 hours per week, but there may be opportunity for additional hours.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal applicant will:

· Enjoy playing with children

· Be able to plan, provide and facilitate safe and creative play

· Be adaptable and effective

· Be able to model and promote high expectations of behaviour

· Be enthusiastic with a sense of humour and have a caring attitude

· Be keen to work as part of a team and be flexible

· Be approachable with excellent communication skills

· Have a professional attitude to their work

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing date: Wednesday 5th June at midnight – shortlisting and interviews will be conducted as applications are received and the advert will close upon successful recruitment to therole.

Interview date: TBC

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.