Extended Day Provision Play Workers

Job introduction

Hill Park School is a three site (Primary/ Secondary) special school for pupils aged 4 - 16 years for pupils with needs ranging from moderate (MLD), severe (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). Some pupils also have a diagnosis of autistic spectrum condition (ASC), complex medical needs or physical disabilities.

Hill Park have opened an Extended Day club for their pupils, based at the Primary site in Portslade, and are looking to employ Play Workers to work under the HPX Club Lead to care for and support pupils accessing play and leisure activities at the Club. The hours of work are 3.15pm - 5.45pm Tuesday, Wednesday /Thursday (applicants can work 1, 2 or 3 days a week).

Paid weeks per year: 39 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term: Until 31 August 2026

Start date: A.S.A.P – Date to be agreed with successful applicant

About the role

We are a warm, friendly and welcoming school with a supportive and caring staff, who work closely as a team. Our after school club would be a great place for you to work if you:

• have patience and a calm manner
• have resilience and a commitment to meeting the needs of children with additional needs
• are an excellent team player who is flexible and shows an ability to recognise and respond to pupils’ needs
• The role may include providing personal care and if so full training will be provided.

Closing date: 9am Friday 30th January 2026

Interview date: Interviews to be held on club days between Wednesday 4th February 2026 to Wednesday 11th February 2026 from 2.30pm onwards & will include a trial shift at the club which may/may not be on the same day

How to apply: Please return the completed application form by email to: vacanciesupper@hillpark.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: (01273) 422855

Website: www.hillpark.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check. We take safeguarding and child protection seriously and all posts at Hill Park are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate.

Company information

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The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.