Wraparound Care Play Leader

Shorefields; West Hanningfield; Remote; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Canonium Learning Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Wraparound Care Play Leader for St Peter's CofE Primary School in West Hanningfield. You will lead the before and after school provision, ensuring a safe, engaging environment and planning activities that support children's wellbeing and development.

The role requires strong organisational and safeguarding skills, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with families and school staff.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Confidence to work independently and use initiative.
• Warm, caring and positive approach.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of wraparound provision.
• Plan and deliver a varied programme of activities.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and school staff.
• Ensure high standards of care and safeguarding.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Independent working

Safeguarding

Job description

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 15/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: 19th November 2026

Canonium Learning Trust, winner of TES Trust of the Year (9 schools or fewer) 2025 is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and reliable Wraparound Care Play Leader to lead our before and after school provisionat St Peter's CE Primary Academy in West Hanningfield. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where children can thrive beyond the school day.

As the Wraparound Care Play Leader, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the provision, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and enrichment.

You will plan and deliver a varied programme of activities and build positive relationships with children, families, and school staff.

We are looking for individuals who:

• have excellent organisational and communication skills
• have the confidence to work independently and use initiative
• have a warm, caring and positive approach
• have a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and child protection procedures
• can plan engaging activities that support children's interests, wellbeing and development

Our wraparound care provision operates before and after school each day. The morning session is from 7:30am - 8:40am per day, and the afternoon session is from 3:15pm - 6pm each day.

The salary is £11,852.91 per annum, term time only (Scale 3).

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to our HR team at [e-mail]. We are here to support you throughout this process and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to Canonium Learning Trust.

Information about the School

St Peter’s Church of England (VA) Primary School has just recently joined the Canonium Learning Trust in April 2025.

St Peter's is a small church school of 4 classes set in the village of West Hanningfield. We are a welcoming, caring Christian family who take pride in each others' achievements. Our school is a calm, purposeful learning environment that enables children to achieve their potential in all areas of the curriculum. We enjoy positive and supportive relationships with governors, parents, the local community and churches. It is essential that any candidate is supportive of the school's Christian ethos.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children in our care and expect our staff to follow this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, medical checks and an enhanced DBS check.

To learn more about Canonium Learning Trust - a Church of England Multi Academy Trust in Essex - please visit:https://www.canonium.org/multi-academy-trust-in-essex

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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HR Officer
St Peter's Cof E (VA) Primary School
Church Road
West Hanningfield, Chelmsford
Essex, CM2 8UQ Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]