Playworker – After School Club

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Creswell Infant and Nursery School in Bolsover is inviting applications for a Playworker to join our new After School Club. You will work each school day from 3.00pm to 6.00pm, supporting activities and supervision after the day ends.

This is a fixed term contract with a view to extension as the club grows. The ideal candidate will have experience with children in play or educational settings, a relevant qualification, and hold or be willing to obtain a food hygiene and first aid certificate.

Qualifications

• Have experience working with children in a play or educational setting and/or hold a relevant qualification, perhaps childcare, coaching, playwork.
• Have knowledge of appropriate play activities, sports, games, crafts, stories and dance etc.
• Have a food hygiene certificate, or willing to complete.
• Have a first aid certificate, or willing to complete.
• A basic knowledge of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of the after-school club alongside the Lead.
• Plan, organise and deliver play activities suitable for the age group.
• Lead activities such as sports, crafts and games.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety and wellbeing.
• Prepare snacks and drinks, administer first aid, set up and clear equipment.

Skills

Playwork

Childcare

First aid knowledge

Education

Childcare qualification

Playworker qualification

Job description

Closing date: 29 November 2026

Creswell Infant and Nursery School is a nurturing and inclusive school located near Bolsover. We currently welcome 166 pupils from Foundation Stage 2 to Year 2, along with a 48-place nursery offering 15-hour provision. Guided by our Christian vision - ‘Together with God, we shine in all we do’ - we are a dedicated team with the ambition of championing every child, where each is celebrated, nurtured, and given the opportunity to shine.

The Headteacher and Governors would like to recruit a Playworker for our new After School Club.

The successful candidate will join us as soon as possible, you will work each school day, after school. Hours expected to be 3.00pm to 6.00pm.

Whilst this is a fixed term contract, we hope to extend as we develop the club.

Candidates are more than welcome to visit our lovely school. If you would like to visit or ask any questions, please call Mrs Bridges.

About the role:

Working alongside the After School Club Lead, you will support and assist in the day to day operation of the after-school club. We welcome 10 / 15 children each day. With your help, increasing our numbers and developing the club throughout the year.

You will help to plan, organise and deliver play activities, which are interesting, fun and appropriate for the age group. You will lead activities, perhaps sports crafts and games.

You will supervise children and ensure their safety and wellbeing.

You will prepare snacks and drinks, administer first aid, set up and clear equipment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children in a play or educational setting and/or hold a relevant qualification, perhaps childcare, coaching, playwork.
• Have knowledge of appropriate play activities, sports, games, crafts, stories, songs and dance etc.
• Have a food hygiene certificate, or willing to complete.
• Have a first aid certificate, or willing to complete.
• A basic knowledge of health and safety procedures.

We can offer you:

• A school that is committed to the importance of education and believes in developing children’s curiosity and love of learning.
• An opportunity to be part of a new project, developing the club and providing the benefit of your experience and ideas.
• An opportunity to make a difference to the lives of our children, supporting families in the community.
• A fun, interesting, and varied role, perhaps suitable for those looking for an additional role or a step into an educational setting.
• An exciting opportunity to join our caring and friendly team.

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 30 November 2026