Play Worker

**Qualified Play Worker, Level 3 or above in Early Years or Play work**
- Hourly rate £10.50-£10.80 depending on experience
- Before and after school shifts Monday-Friday during term time then full days in the school holidays
- Having the opportunity to become part of a team of excellent childcare professionals
- Paid lunch break
- Uniform provided

**Come and work with us**

We are a family run business rated GOOD by Ofsted. We are looking for an outstanding Play Worker with a wealth of experience working with children 3-11 years to come on board and share this exciting journey. You will be proactive in promoting the before and after school club and holiday play-scheme. You will lead our daily school run to the local primary school.
You must have a warm smiley face that makes every child feel special and loved. Bring laughter and your quirky personality remembering that children's humour can be a confusing minefield to navigate. If a child requests you to be a tooth fairy then you will hunt out the nearest tutu and wand and sprinkle the magic of make believe. You don't have to be able to sing in tune but out of tune is a must, especially in front of a crowd. You must be able to distribute warm hugs when required. You must be able to value the importance of a child's findings whether it be a fairy, pebble or a snail. Bring fun fun and more fun leave your inhibitions at home Finally, you must be prepared to feel loved, special and important to so many children and their families.

Term Time Shifts:
Monday - Friday
7am - 9:30am 3pm - 6pm

Holiday club shifts:
10 hour days (3 or 4)

**Essential Childcare Practitioner qualities**:

- Level 3 qualified in Early Years Childcare or Play Work
- Ability to plan fun and exciting activities using the children's interests
- Professional attitude and work ethic
- Passion for working with children and a willingness to learn
- Excellent team player
- Good time keeper
- Inspirational Lead

**Desirable Childcare Practitioner qualities**:

- A good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- DBS checked and on the Update service
- First Aid, Safeguarding, Prevent, FGM

**Working with children and families is a very rewarding role and requires lots of hard work and determination - if you fit the bill, we would love to meet you**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £10.50-£10.80 per hour

**Job Types**: Permanent, Part-time
Part-time hours: 27.5 - 30 per week

**Salary**: £10.50-£10.80 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Childcare
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

School type:

- Day nursery

COVID-19 considerations:
No

**Experience**:

- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Play Worker