Wrap Around Playworker

GLF Schools; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Flexible working

Generous holiday allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Springfield Primary School in Sunbury-on-Thames is seeking a positive Wrap Around Playworker to support our before and after school provision. You will help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment for children, run activities, and work as part of a friendly team.

The role is term-time only, 22.5 hours per week, mornings 7.15am - 8.45am and 3.15pm - 6.15pm, with a pro rata salary of £13,308.21. Start date 23rd November 2026.

Qualifications

• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children.
• Have an interest in the play needs of children.
• Participate in arts and crafts, cooking, and various indoor/outdoor activities.
• Be proactive in differentiating activities for inclusion and age ranges.
• Stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support before and after school provision, creating a safe, fun environment.
• Lead or assist with a variety of activities to engage children.
• Work as part of a team and contribute to inclusion and wellbeing.

Skills

Positive relationships with children

Engage children in activities

Inclusivity for all abilities

Arts and crafts

Cooking activities

Outdoor games

Job description

# Wrap Around PlayworkerEmployer: Springfield Primary SchoolLocation: Sunbury-on-Thames, Greater LondonContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: Associate 2.1 - £24,751 FTEPosted: 29th October 2026Expires: 9th November 2026 09:30 AMStart Date: 23rd November 2026Job ID: 1581915Suitable for: Other GraduatesJob Reference: SPR022* Share :* Print**We are looking for a positive and proactive Wrap Around Playworkers to join the team at Springfield Primary School. This rewarding role involves supporting our before and after school provision. If you’re passionate about working with children and creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment, we’d love to hear from you.****Your opportunity**This is a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking a rewarding, term-time only role. We are seeking an adaptable and resourceful individual to help create a fun and caring environment within our school wraparound provision. The successful candidate will have previous experience working with children and be somebody who will engage and inspire the children through extra-curricular activities and learning.**What we are looking for*** Be able to develop positive relationships with young children* Have an interest in the play needs of children* Be able to participate in a variety of activities including arts and crafts, cooking, and other indoor and outdoor games.* Be proactive, using their own initiative to differentiate activities to ensure full inclusion for all abilities and ages.* Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour and circumstances* Be enthusiastic and motivated and committed to working as part of a teamPlease read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information before applying**About Springfield Primary School**Springfield Primary School provides an exceptional learning environment where children academically flourish and emotionally thrive. Our innovative, thematic curriculum enables all children to learn well, developing a life-long love of learning.The well-being of children is at the core of all school decisions, nurturing pupils as they develop: kindness, resilience, confidence and a sense of responsibility for themselves and others.Our beautiful grounds and excellent facilities afford children a wealth of new learning experiences, including an array of extra-curricular activities to develop more broadly their skills and wider interests.Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Springfield Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Lightwater Village, Cordwalles, Pine Ridge and Lorraine. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.**Join the GLF Schools Community**As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.* A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education**GLF Schools Employment Offer**GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish* Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme* Flexible working options* Generous holiday allowance* Work life and family friendly policies* Employee wellbeing initiatives* Career pathways and talent management* Access to a staff benefits portal* Community and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.**The Details****Start Date:** 23rd November 2026**Pay Scale:** Associate 2.1 FTE - £24,751**Pro Rata Salary**: £13,308.21 (based on 22.5hrs a week)**Hours:** 22.5hrs Monday to Friday - 7.15am - 8.45am and 3.15pm - 6.15pm (please state your session availability on application form)**Term Time:** 39 weeks per year (including INSET days)**Closing Date:** Monday 9th November at 9.30am**Interview date:** TBC### AttachmentsJoin Our Community - Associate 2025 - 26Wrap Around Play Worker - JD 2026Wrap Around Play Worker - PS 2026### Safeguarding Statement:GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.