Playworker

SCHOOL VACANCY

St Paul’s C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic playworker to be based in our After School Club.

We have a position available for After School Club.

Situated close to the centre of the historic City of York, St Paul’s C of E Primary offers an engaging and creative curriculum of the highest quality. The school prides itself on its family ethos and caring community. Most importantly our vision is that St Paul’s is a place to belong and we want all to reach their full potential.

“This is a school that is at the heart of its community”. Ofsted 2023

We are looking for an excellent Playworker, who can make a real difference to the lives of the children you are working with by supporting the school with the provision of extended care.

The post holder will do this by supervising children and organising activities, setting up fun and engaging activities and working closely with the staff team and parents in our school community.

The successful applicants will:

• Have relevant experience of working with children in the primary years
• Effective communication skills
• A caring attitude
• Thorough knowledge of the school’s policies, procedures and protocols
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to apply given instructions

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. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interview.

This is a fixed term contract until July 2027. The hours are 13.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 3.15pm – 6pm, term time only.

For further details and an application pack, please contact the school on stpauls.primary@york.gov.uk

Please note applications can be received as a hard copy or via email.

Completed application forms together with a supporting letter should be sent to the Headteacher:

Charlotte Hughes

St Paul’s C of E Primary School

St Paul’s Terrace

Holgate

York

YO24 4BJ

Or via email stpauls.primary@york.gov.uk

Closing date: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 12 midnight

Interview date: Monday 9 November 2026

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