Upperthong Breakfast and After School Club require an after school playworker.
Working hours: Monday-Thursday 3.30-6pm (may be the opportunity for additional casual hours at the breakfast club)
Start Date: September 2024
Grade 3 Playworker
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and hardworking person as a Playworker who will enjoy planning activities and engaging in play with some of our wonderful children.
Upperthong J&I is a warm and welcoming school that is committed to ensuring that the children are at the heart of everything we do.
We pride ourselves in providing a safe, happy and caring environment, where all children are proud to ‘Learn, Achieve and Belong.’.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a proven track record of nurturing and engaging positively with children
- Wants to make a difference to children
- Is flexible and able to work well as part of a team.
- Is willing to undertake training, as required.
- Is positive and enthusiastic about working with children
- Understands the importance of play, fun and enjoyment
We can offer you:
- A warm, welcoming, inclusive school with a friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated team of playworkers at our wonderful provision.
- Fantastic children who love to play and are proud of our school
- A genuine opportunity to make a difference.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an amazing school.
Ofsted February 2023: ‘Pupils flourish at Upperthong Junior and Infant School. Relationships between adults and pupils are kind and respectful. Leaders have provided a broad and interesting curriculum for all pupils. They make sure this includes those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). As a result, pupils thoroughly enjoy coming to school.’
Upperthong J&I School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
Further information can be found by visiting www.upperthongschool.co.uk or by arranging to come and look round our wonderful school.
We look forward to receiving applications from interested parties who should note that we have an expectation that the personal specification will be addressed in full.
Completed forms should be returned directly to the school by post or by email to carolyn.littlewood@upperthongschool.co.uk by Friday July 5th at 12pm. Interviews should be held week commencing July 8th .
Application Form
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