After School Club Playworker

St James Church of England Primary Academy, Rochester, Kent, ME3 0BS

10 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  15 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  5 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £12.85 Hourly 3 days a week, 2.5 hours a day

After School Club Playworker job summary

St James’ CofE Primary School has established a happy, warm and welcoming environment where pupils are encouraged to aim high and be the very best they can be. We believe that the best education can be accessed through creativity and we aim to present an interesting curriculum that is broad and balanced to help pupils learn.

We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic and reliable After School Club Playworker to join our team, working three days a week on a fixed term basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to support children at the end of the school day, helping to deliver a safe, engaging and nurturing environment where pupils can learn, play and relax.

You will work under the direction of the After School Club Supervisor to:

• Supervise children during a range of activities, including indoor and outdoor play.
• Help prepare and serve healthy snacks.
• Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• Set up and tidy away equipment.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Communicate effectively with parents.
• Follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children and understands their needs.
• Can supervise groups safely and positively.
• Is friendly, patient and able to work as part of a team.
• Is reliable, organised and committed to high standards.
• Is willing to undertake relevant training.

We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school community.
• A role where you can make a real difference to children’s lives.

How to Apply

Please apply via MyNewTerm (CVs will not be accepted)

Early applications are welcome, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

If you would like a snapshot view of what you can expect at St James’, please look at our school website St James Church of England Primary Academy - Home

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

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.

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St James Church of England Primary Academy

• School type: Academies, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 190 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St James Church of England Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-james-church-of-england-primary-academy

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