Responsible To

Out of School Manager

Location

School’s Out (onsite at Rothley Primary school)

Hours

Part-time, term-time only (with the option of Holiday Clubs if desired)

Job Purpose

To provide a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for children attending the breakfast and after-school club. The Play Worker will support children's play, wellbeing, and development through engaging activities while ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare and Supervision

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for children aged [insert age range].
• Ensure the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of all children at all times.
• Support children in developing positive relationships, confidence, and independence.
• Promote inclusion and ensure all children feel welcomed and valued.

Play and Activities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver a variety of age-appropriate play opportunities and activities.
• Encourage children's participation in creative, physical, social, and educational activities.
• Support child-led play and enable children to make choices about their activities.
• Set up and clear away equipment and resources before and after sessions.

Safeguarding and Health & Safety

• Follow all safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and behaviour management policies and procedures.
• Report any concerns regarding a child's welfare to the designated safeguarding lead.
• Ensure the play environment is safe, clean, and well-maintained.
• Administer basic first aid where qualified and required.

Communication and Teamwork

• Build positive relationships with children, parents/carers, school staff, and colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers regarding children's attendance and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively as part of the wraparound care team.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required.

Administration

• Maintain accurate attendance registers and relevant records.
• Support with snack preparation and ensure food hygiene procedures are followed.
• Assist with the collection and dismissal of children in line with club procedures.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare, play, or youth setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and caring approach.
• Ability to engage children in enjoyable and meaningful play experiences.

Desirable Criteria

• Relevant childcare qualification (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 in Childcare, Playwork, or equivalent).
• Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience of working in a breakfast club, after-school club, or wraparound care setting.

General

The post holder will be expected to carry out any other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility. All staff are required to adhere to the organisation's policies and procedures, including safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health and safety requirements.

Safeguarding Statement

This post involves working with children and is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.