After School Club Playworker

Belthorn Academy Primary School, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 2NY

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  14 March 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  28 February 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: Monday- Friday 3pm- 5:30pm 12.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Teaching Assistant Level 2A

What skills and experience we're looking for

Proven ability to supervise and interact positively with children, creating an engaging and supportive environment.

Previous experience working with children in a similar setting, demonstrating a clear understanding of their developmental needs and interests.

Ability to establish fair, respectful, and supportive relationships with children, fostering a sense of trust and belonging.

A patient, inclusive approach, valuing each child as unique and supporting their individual needs and development.

Knowledge and commitment to following procedures for Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Safeguarding, and First Aid, ensuring a safe and secure environment for all.

High expectations for themselves and the children, striving for excellence in all areas of their work.

Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with families, carers, and colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for the children.

What the school offers its staff

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities to support your growth and career progression.
• A supportive and friendly team where collaboration and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do.
• Exceptional leadership that encourages innovation and provides guidance to help you thrive in your role.
• A strong and inclusive school community, where every member is valued and contributes to the overall success of our students.
• The opportunity to work with happy, enthusiastic children who love coming to school and are eager to learn.

Flexible working opportunities

We understand the importance of finding the right person for this role, and we are willing to be flexible with the timings for the right candidate. If you are passionate, dedicated, and committed to making a difference, we will be happy to work with you to accommodate your availability. We are prepared to wait for the right individual who shares our values and vision, ensuring a successful and fulfilling partnership.

Further details about the role

As an After School Club Playworker, you will play a key role in providing a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children after school hours. Your responsibilities will include supervising children in a variety of activities, including play, crafts, sports, and games, ensuring that each child is encouraged to participate and enjoy their time. You will also be responsible for building positive relationships with the children, offering guidance and support as they interact with their peers.

In addition to promoting fun and learning, you will ensure that all activities are carried out in line with our health and safety, safeguarding, and child protection policies. You will also assist with managing the children's behaviour in a positive, inclusive way, ensuring that everyone feels valued and respected. Communication with parents and carers will be an essential part of the role, as you will provide updates on the children's progress and well-being.

This is a hands-on, dynamic role that requires energy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to kdrugan@belthornacademy.co.uk

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

About Belthorn Academy Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 236 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Belthorn Academy Primary School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: kdrugan@belthornacademy.co.uk
• Phone number: 01254 55620
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/belthorn-academy-primary-school (opens in new tab)

Belthorn Academy is a school that prides itself on living its core values, fostering a nurturing environment where children grow into happy, confident, and resilient individuals. Our school community is inclusive, respectful, and supportive, helping children thrive at one of the most important stages of their lives. At Belthorn, we place a strong emphasis on creating a safe, kind, and accepting atmosphere where all children feel valued and encouraged to be their best selves. Our team is friendly, passionate, and committed to professional development, ensuring that our school remains a high-achieving and dynamic place for both pupils and staff.

Arranging a visit to Belthorn Academy Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kdrugan@belthornacademy.co.uk.

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