Out of school playworker

Job Title: Playworker
Location: Alderley Edge Community Primary School, Alderley Edge
Contract Type: 15 hours per week, 52 weeks
Hours: Term Time - Monday to Friday 3pm – 6pm
School Holidays and INSETs – 15 hours equivalent
Salary: NJC Grade 2
Start Date: 1st September 2025 (earlier start available)

Are you passionate about working with children? Do you enjoy creating fun, safe and stimulating play opportunities? Join our friendly team at Alderley Edge Community Primary School as a Playworker!

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Playworker to join our Primary School’s wraparound care team. You will support the supervision and engagement of children during after-school activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive play environment.

Key Responsibilities:
o Facilitate creative, physical, and imaginative play for children aged 4–11
o Supervise and ensure the safety and wellbeing of children at all times
o Encourage social interaction and positive behaviour
o Prepare and tidy play spaces and resources
o Work effectively as part of a team and communicate with parents and staff

We’re Looking For:
o A genuine passion for supporting children’s play and development
o A positive, energetic, and caring attitude
o Experience working with children in a school, childcare, or play setting (preferred but not essential)
o Understanding of safeguarding and child protection (training will be provided)
o Relevant qualifications in Play work, Childcare, or similar (desirable)

We Offer:
o A welcoming and inclusive school community
o Great children to work with and support
o Opportunities for professional development and training
o A supportive staff team
o Possibility of childcare for own children
o Opportunities for overtime

To apply, please compete application form and email to Mrs S Broadrick (School Business Manager) via admin@aecps.org
Closing Date: 9am Friday 20th June 2025.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.