Breakfast Club Playworker

BREAKFAST CLUB PLAYWORKER VACANCY – Mornings Only

Hartford Primary School have launched their own in house Breakfast and After School Club and are inviting applicants to join the new team at this exciting time.

We are looking for a dedicated person to join our team providing the very best childcare in our school for each child, in what will be a very rewarding role. We are looking for a playworker who can bring fun, enthusiasm, professionalism and drive to our setting.

Your responsibilities will include: -

• Helping prepare and deliver quality play opportunities within a safe and caring environment as per the timetable
• Providing comprehensive care for the children
• Setting up the play space including moving furniture and play equipment
• Providing refreshments and ensuring that hygiene, health and safety standards are met
• Meet and greet the children on arrival
• Administering first aid, when necessary
• Consulting with children and involving them in planning activities
• Facilitating good communication with all team members, parents, children and school
• Undertaking appropriate and relevant training
• Keeping the work environment healthy, safe and secure
• Working within the framework of the school’s policies and procedures

Essential skills required for the role:

• Understanding the varied needs of children and their families
• Provide and facilitate safe play
• Good communication skills
• Able to work as part of a team
• Sound judgement and common sense

Pay: Grade 2, SCP  2,  this is a term time role.

Actual Salary: £2,418 - £12.26 hourly rate.

Position Hours

This position is to work mornings only in the Breakfast Club (7.30am – 9.00am). Initially we are looking for someone who can work at least 3 mornings a week (Monday, Tuesday and Friday), but with the possibility to move to 5 mornings a week in the near future.

Closing date: Monday 3^rd March January 2025 at midday. Interviews will take place on Thursday 6^th March in the morning.

This position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service and references will be required.

For more details, please email hrcontracts@createlearning.co.uk