Playworker

Overview

Required September 2025

Unqualified Playworker Salary: Band B - £8,464

Qualified Playworker Salary: Band C - £8,597 to £8,733

15 hours per week, 38 weeks a year (Term Time Only)

Permanent

Due to the planned retirement of the current post holder, we are seeking to appoint a Playworker to join our dedicated wraparound care team to assist with the supervision of children in our After School Club.

The role involves planning and delivering an exciting range of programmes and activities for children aged 3-11, in the allocated play spaces.

We require a caring, committed individual who has the ability to work as part of the school team and inspire trust and confidence in children. The ability to use IT equipment and navigate the school MIS and booking systems is essential. Full training will be given.

The successful candidate must be self-motivated, flexible and a good team player, who is dedicated to ensuring that Dragon Club is a pleasurable and safe experience for our children. We will accept applications from both unqualified and qualified candidates.

The current vacancy is for 5 days per week, Monday to Friday, working 3 hours per day from 2.45pm - 5.45pm (Term Time Only)

We will offer:

Enquiring children, with a thirst for learning and play
A committed and dedicated staff team
Free childcare spaces during working hours (St George’s pupils only)
A full induction and extensive CPD through The National College
Access to confidential health services
15% off orders at BAKED
Access to Blue Light Rewards

Closing date is: Friday 4th July 2025 at 9am.

We will shortlist candidates on the same day (we cannot offer feedback on unsuccessful applications).

Interviews will be held on Week Commencing 7th July 2025.

Personal attributes

	Essential Attributes	Desirable Attributes
Qualifications	A-C GSCE or Equivalent Current First Aid Certificate or a willingness to undertake First Aid training Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or a willingness to undertake training. Basic Health and Safety Certificate or a willingness to undertake training. Safeguarding Children Qualification or a willingness to undertake training.	A Level 2 or 3 NVQ Qualification in Playwork/Classroom Support Evidence of further study Willingness to continue training to enhance role.
Experience	Experience of working with children 3 - 11 in a voluntary or paid capacity Experience of planning programmes for groups of children and consulting with children	Extensive experience in different settings Experience working with children with SEND
Knowledge and Skills	Knowledge of safeguarding issues Awareness of safety issues Ability to work in a team Good communication skills Enjoy working with children Dealing with difficult behaviour Understanding a range of cultures Good standard of Education Good IT/Ipad Skills	Knowledge of suitable games/activities
Special Requirement	Disclosure and Barring Service check, Identity checks and references Friendly, fair and caring nature Adaptable, flexible, enthusiastic, reliable, punctual

Salary & Benefits

Unqualified Playworker Salary: Band B - £8,464

Qualified Playworker Salary: Band C - £8,597 to £8,733

Salary will increase with over 5 years service

Location

St George's Primary School
St George's Road
Wallasey
Wirral
CH45 3NF

Supporting documents

Deadline and how to apply

Closing date is: Friday 4th July 2025 at 9am

We will shortlist candidates on the same day (we cannot offer feedback on unsuccessful applications)

Interviews will be held on week commencing 7th July 2025

Application forms can be found online at www.wirral.gov.uk. or by emailing hr@stgeorges.wirral.sch.uk

Equal opportunities

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, we will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok and You Tube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process

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