Wanted: Senior Playworker and Playworker

Aston Mansfield; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Aston Mansfield is recruiting Playworkers for Newham and East London to support children aged 5–14 during term-time and school holidays. Roles include Level 2, Level 3 Senior, and Sessional Playworkers, with shifts during 18.5 hours per week (term-time) and full-time holiday hours of 39 per week.

Roles require supervising, planning play activities, and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment. Overtime is available during term-time for family support work.

Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Playwork or an equivalent childcare qualification.
• Early Years Childcare qualification (CACHE, BTEC, or equivalent).
• Experience in play settings with children aged 5–14 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and participate in a range of play activities including arts, crafts, sports, and games.
• Supervise children at all times, ensuring safety and welfare.
• Create a nurturing, inclusive environment where children feel safe to explore and learn.
• Set up, manage, and tidy away activity areas and equipment.
• Prepare and serve snacks in line with daily routines.
• Build positive relationships with parents and families and provide feedback at collection times.
• Adhere to health and safety and safeguarding policies.
• Senior Playworkers deputise for the Children’s Manager and Lead Senior Playworker when needed.

Skills

Playwork qualifications

Teamwork

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Playwork

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Playwork

Job description

Join our team and help deliver Breakfast, After School, and Holiday Club provision for children aged 5–14 in Newham and East London.

We’re looking for Level 2 Playworkers, Level 3 Senior Playworkers, and Sessional Playworkers (qualified and unqualified).

• Newham, East London (E12)
• Up to £15.77 per hour (above London Living Wage; dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Term-Time and School Holidays
• Additional Hours: Overtime available during term-time for family support work

Term Time

• 18.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• 2:30pm–6:00pm
• Plus 1 hour team meeting

School Holidays

• 39 hours per week
• 8:30am - 6:00pm
• Plus 1 hour team meeting

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can support children’s play, learning, and development, in a safe and exciting setting, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and participate in a range of play activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, and creative play
• Supervise children at all times, maintaining their safety, well-being, and welfare
• Create a nurturing, inclusive environment where children feel safe to explore, learn, and thrive
• Set up, manage, and tidy away activity areas and equipment
• Prepare and serve snacks, supporting children’s nutrition and daily routine
• Build positive, professional relationships with parents, carers, and families, providing feedback at collection times
• Adhere to all health and safety, safeguarding, and child protection policies and procedures
• (Senior Playworkers only) Deputise for the Children’s Manager and Lead Senior Playworker; take on safeguarding lead responsibilities and wider managerial duties in their absence

Who Should Apply

• Playwork (NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3)
• Early Years Childcare (CACHE, BTEC, or equivalent)
• Primary Education Support (Teaching Assistant, LSA, HLTA)
• Youth Work or Community Childcare