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After School Club Playworker

2 months ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Teacheroo Full time

The Edinburgh Academy School is looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to work in our After School Club (ASC) . The ASC provides wraparound care for our younger children, from Nursery school age to Primary 6.

The successful candidate will be required to work 16 hours per week during term time. Hours available from 2pm to 6pm Monday to Friday, with the possible option of additional hours. The role is available from 21st August 2024.



  • To provide high quality of care and support to the children as part of an integrated Nursery and After School Club (ASC) team
  • To be responsible for the children’s care and safety from the point of collection from Nursery and Junior School to the handover to parents
  • To maintain a safe and secure environment both indoors and outdoors
  • To take a proactive role in setting up interesting activities for the children and to actively engage with them, helping them communicate and take part in the day to day routine of ASC
  • Listen and talk to individual children, play with them, follow their interests, whilst fully respecting their rights and needs.
  • Take part in role-play, do puzzles, and help children devise ways of playing with toys
  • Keep things safe and reasonably tidy and pleasant for children to play
  • Help provide and clear up after a light snack.

While these are the key responsibilities of the role, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list and other duties may be required to ensure the smooth running of the ASC and other events in Edinburgh Academy facilities.



  • Experience of work/play with children of primary age – Essential
  • Genuine enjoyment of the company of young children – Essential
  • Happy to work as part of a team in order to meet the needs of the children and the ASC as a whole – Essential
  • Able to respond to changes of plan where required and willing to take a flexible approach to activities - Essential
  • Interest in the play and emotional needs of children aged between 5 and 11 years of age - Essential
  • Awareness of what constitutes 'good quality childcare' - Essential
  • Ability to provide warm and consistent care to all children attending the school - Essential
  • Understanding of health and safety issues that affect the day-to-day running of childcare services - Essential
  • Commitment to working within an equal opportunities framework – Essential
  • Interest in planning play, arts and sports activities for children of primary age – Desirable
  • Ability to understand and meet children's needs, including those of children with additional needs –Desirable


The school prides itself on its warm and welcoming community, inclusive of all staff.  Our teaching staff work alongside the operational teams to ensure the smooth running of the school.  We value the contribution of all team members. 

Through involvement in the co-curricular programme all those who work with us can bring their passions to work. Developing our talent is important to us.  Access to training and professional development is available and encouraged.

Our reward package includes:

  • Access to onsite gym
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee Benefits Programme including discounts to a number of major retailers, holiday, electric car and cycle to work schemes, as well as health and well-being option
  • Fee discount

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