Out of School Playworker

Pear Tree Primary School, NANTWICH, Cheshire, CW5 7GZ

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  7 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 22.5 per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Hourly rate: 12.85

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and caring Playworker to join our Out of School Club team. The successful candidate will have experience working with children, excellent communication skills, a creative approach to play, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

What the school offers its staff

• a pleasant, working environment in the rural south of Cheshire East
• friendly and highly motivated students who are keen to learn and take pride in their achievements
• a large, modern and comfortable communal staff room
• Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• reduced staff rate membership of £13 per month for local gym facilities
• priority admission for children of staff who have worked at the school for two or more years or teach in a shortage subject

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 school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe. Applicants for the post will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Out of School Club Playworker - Job Description.docx - 180 KB (opens in new tab)

About Pear Tree Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 211 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Pear Tree Primary School website
• Email address: hr@thecornoviitrust.org
• Phone number: 01270 906120
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/pear-tree-primary-school

Pear Tree Primary School is a highly successful, award-winning school set at the edge of a vibrant Cheshire town. We enjoy many strong links with parents, governors and the community which positively impact on pupils’ learning and development.

Pear Tree is a single form entry primary school with 218 pupils. It is an academy and part of The Cornovii Trust.

Pear Tree Primary School has a reputation for delivering excellent education that not only raises standards but also ensures every pupil achieves their maximum potential. Our record-breaking results this year are testament to the dedication of our staff and the hard work of our pupils.

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