After School Play Worker
Summerfield Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS13 1DQThis job expired on 13 October 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
13 October 2025 at 9am
Date listed
16 September 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: Part Time, 10 hours per week (term time only) Monday to Friday 3.15pm to 5.15pm (There will be a 6-month probationary period)
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- C1/SCP12 Actual Salary Under 5 years’ service – Annual £6,477.83 (monthly £539.82) Over 5 years’ service – Annual £6,593.77 (monthly £549.48)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint a permanent, enthusiastic, and dedicated After School Play Worker to join our vibrant primary school team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children and bring a friendly, caring, and approachable nature to the role.
The Successful Candidate’s Key Responsibilities are;
- Have overall responsibility to lead and manage the day-to-day running of the After School Club.
- Provide a safe, fun, and supportive environment for children from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to Key Stage 2 (KS2)
- Plan and deliver engaging activities, such as arts, crafts, sports, and games
- Ensure the wellbeing and safety of all children at the club
- Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, engaging with them to support their individual needs.
- Build positive relationships with staff, and parents/carers
- Maintain accurate attendance registers for the club
- Prepare and serve snacks, and manage food and stock supplies
- Work collaboratively with other After School Club staff
- Follow the school’s Behaviour Policy
- Provide first aid support as required (training can be provided)
- Maintain awareness of and follow relevant school policies, particularly those relating to after school provision
Qualifications & Training (Required or Desirable)
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Childcare or a related subject (essential)
- *Paediatric First Aid and Emergency First Aid at Work (desirable)
- *Basic Food Hygiene (Level 2) (desirable)
- *Basic Health & Safety Certificate (desirable)
- *Food Allergy Awareness Training (desirable)
* Training will be provided for the above if not currently held.
Person Specification
- Hold a recognised Level 3 qualification in Play Work or Childcare is preferred
- Experience working in out-of-school settings is desirable
- Able to supervise children effectively both independently and as part of a team
- A caring, flexible, patient, and enthusiastic approach
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to adapt to the changing needs of the school and its pupils
- Willingness to carry out additional reasonable duties as required by the Headteacher or Leadership Team
What the school offers its staff
For children and staff alike, Summerfield Primary has:
- A perfect balance of care and support with high expectations
- Our staff are committed to providing our children with a broad and exciting curriculum, enabling children of all ages and abilities to reach their true potential.
- A leadership team dedicated to attainment, achievement, enjoyment and wellbeing
- A committed and welcoming staff team
- An inclusive school culture that values cooperation and respect
Further information about the job
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of candidates and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds and the surrounding areas.
This position is based in the United Kingdom and is subject to verification of the applicant’s Right to Work. Acceptable evidence may include UK or Irish citizenship, settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, or a valid visa permitting work in the UK. Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently possess the Right to Work in the UK should carefully assess their eligibility before submitting an application.
Please note: CVs and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Interviews will take place on Monday 20th October 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
Summerfield Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake mandatory training, including safeguarding and child protection, health and safety, asthma and allergy awareness, first aid where required, and security and emergency procedures.
The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose relevant criminal history information and will be subject to an online search as part of our safer recruitment procedures.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Summerfield Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 193 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@summerfieldprimary.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01132057520
The school first opened in the early 1950s as Intake First School and had just three classes! It was known as ‘Little Intake’. Over the years it grew
in size and is now a 1-form entry primary school with seven classes. The School caters for 210 children aged 5 to 11 and has a 39-place nursery
for morning, afternoon, or flexible or additional sessions. Much of the school was rebuilt in 2003 and the older part of the school was refurbished. The school provides a spacious and attractive environment for learning.
Years 5 and 6 have their separate classroom block and in the main
building, as well as the other classrooms, we have a lovely Library, ICT Suite, Sunflower Base, Pastoral and Family Support Manager room,
Staffroom and Offices.
Years 3 and 4 have their small group area and Year 2 have the largest classroom in the school with an enormous 70 square metres.
We have a large hall as well as extensive playgrounds, a playing field, and a pond. The playground has benefited from improvements, including playground markings, permanent goals/nets, playtime toys, a tyre park, and a covered way for shelter in all weathers and we have a trim trail.
Arranging a visit to Summerfield Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@summerfieldprimary.org.uk.
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