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eTeach UK Limited; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 9,100 - 9,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Generous annual leave

Induction and development

Wellbeing support

Health benefits

Family leave options

Cycle to work

On-site parking

Job summary

eTeach UK Limited is recruiting an After School Playleader for Airfield Primary Academy in Weston-super-Mare. This role covers 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3.00pm - 6.00pm, term time only, with a provisional start date in October 2026.

You will manage daily after-school play provision for children, lead a small team, and ensure safety and quality in line with academy policies. The position offers permanent contract and benefits through CLF employment framework.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in play-based, youth work, or educational settings.
• Ability to lead and motivate a small team for smooth daily operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a calm, empathetic approach.
• Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management.
• Basic food hygiene knowledge and willingness to undertake training (e.g., first aid).
• Commitment to inclusion, equity and wellbeing of all students.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day play provision for children outside academy hours.
• Lead a quality play care service aligned with policies and procedures.

Skills

Experience with young people

Team leadership

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Health & safety understanding

First aid training willingness

Job description

Actual Annual Salary:£9,084 - £9,901 (Equivalent to £13.89 - £15.14 per hour) based on hours and weeks worked.

Full Time Equivalent Salary:£26,798 - £29,208 (CLF Grade B) based on 37 hours per week, all year round.

Contract:Permanent

Hours of Work: 15 hours per week (Monday - Friday 3.00pm - 6.00pm.) Term time only.

Provisional Start Date:October 2026

Help shape our exciting new after-school provision and make a positive difference in children's lives every day.

We are looking for an After School Playleader to join our brand-new team at Airfield Primary Academy.

To be successful in the post, we are looking for a Play Leader who will be responsible for the day-to-day management of play provision for children outside of Academy hours. They will lead a qualityplay careservice responsive to the needs of children and their parents and within the framework of the club's policies and procedures.

About you:

You will:

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a play-based, youth work, or educational setting.
• The ability to lead and motivate a small team, ensuring smooth and safe daily operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a calm and empathetic approach.
• A good understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management practices.
• Basic food hygiene knowledge and a willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., first aid, medication administration).
• A commitment to inclusion, equity, and promoting the wellbeing of all students.

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Airfield Primary Academy:

Airfield Primary Academy is a new primary school opening in September 2026 on the former Weston Airfield site in Haywood Village, Weston-Super-Mare. The school will serve the local community of Haywood Village, a growing development of around 6,500 homes, and will form an integral part of the area’s educational provision.

The academy will open initially with 30 Reception pupils, growing year by year to accommodate up to 630 pupils when full. In addition, the site will include a 102-place nursery offering all-year-round provision for children aged 2-4, with separate access and a dedicated kitchen.

The purpose‑built school will be set within extensive outdoor spaces designed to support learning and play, including nature areas, grass and all-weather sports pitches and shared community sports facilities. These resources will help establish the academy as a vibrant hub for both education and community life.

As a new school within Cabot Learning Federation, Airfield Primary Academy offers a unique opportunity to help shape its ethos, routines and traditions from day one, working collaboratively to embed high‑quality practice and create a welcoming, aspirational environment for pupils, families and staff alike.

Why work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 37 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we're all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We're proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

What we can offer you:

• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
• Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!

Recruitment timeline:

Closing Date: 15 September 2026 @11.59pm

Interviews: 18 September 2026 We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs, a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.