Play Workers – Before and After School Club

Up to 23.75 hours per week £11.44 per hour

Term Time Only with option for additional casual hours at peak times

Subsidised childcare for staff

RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Cranwell NG34 8HB

Option – 9.15am Monday to Friday

Option 2 3 – 5.45pm Monday to Friday

Option 3 covering both roles Monday to Friday

RAFAKidz Cranwell is not only an Ofsted 'Outstanding' Nursery, we are also a finalist in the 2024 Nursery World awards in September

Just like our are growing We now have additional roles available within our busy Before and After School Club. Whether you are just starting out working with children, looking for a change or for some flexibility within your day, then please consider joining us at RAFAKidz

We have a passionate and ambitious team of circa 45 staff who take great pride in supporting 140 children aged 0 -5 in a stimulating, exciting, educational and fun environment at our modern facility based at Wellesley Way, Sleaford. In addition, we provide a Before and After School club which plays a key role in the community by offering this provision to 78 children.

Whilst some childcare or nursery experience would be desirable, we will provide a full training and induction programme for the right candidate Our Play Workers responsibilities include ensuring safety for children on the walk to and from school and setting up an attractive and exciting play space ensuring that hygiene and health and safety standards are met. A basic food safety certificate would be desirable as refreshments and snacks will be provided for the children. You will need to understand the principles of safeguarding children (to be tested at interview) and be willing to undertake all development opportunities offered. The job description is available to download on our website

• We provide a wonderful supportive environment, and you will be encouraged to take up all training opportunities to further your own personal skills and career development
• 33 days holidays (pro rata) including time off over Christmas to relax and recharge
• Subsidised gym membership at RAF Cranwell
• free DBS
• free parking
• free flu jabs
• company pension
• access to our Employee Support Programme
• modern facilities and online learning software system
• you will be working with a committed management team and friendly colleagues.

Want to know more? Then please contact Katie Parkin, Nursery Manager, on who will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Alternatively, please send your CV to

The role requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter.

Closing Date Friday 16 August however interviews are ongoing