Outdoor Play & Learning Co-ordinator

Court Lane Junior Academy, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 2PP

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 May 2026

• Closing date

  13 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  31 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 10 hours per week 11:30am - 1:30pm Monday - Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Actual salary: £5788 - £6068

What skills and experience we're looking for

Function of the post:

• To lead the school play team; organising and supervising staff working during the lunchtimes, so as to ensure the safety, general welfare and proper conduct of pupils during these periods.

• To organise and supervise a range of appropriate play activities for pupils to ensure that these times are an enjoyable experience for all children.

• To support the Forest School Leader to facilitate outdoor learning.

Principal Accountabilities:

Organisation and supervision of the play team

1. Plan the work of the play team to ensure that all lunchtime tasks are covered daily, including timetabling of roles, cover for absences etc, identifying skills/aptitudes of the members of the play team. This will include roles inside and outside of the dining room.

2. Organise the communication between playgrounds and the dining halls to ensure all children eat their lunch and that queuing is minimised.

3. Organise the setting up, cleaning and clearing of the halls in conjunction with the catering team to ensure the space is ready for afternoon use.

4. Promote and safeguard the safety and welfare of children in accordance with school and Trust policies. Ensure that the play team record and report incidents that occur during lunchtime eg site issues, behaviour, first aid in accordance with these policies.

5. Support and uphold the school’s values and behaviour systems.

6. Ensure that all the play team staff are completing their duties to a high standard and that all staff are facilitating play development.

7. Plan and organise regular team briefings for the play team on organisational arrangements.

8. Support the planning and organisation of termly planning and development play team meetings.

9. Induct and train members of the play team and monitor their performance through the school’s performance management process.

10. Identify and recommend solutions to issues of an operational or organisational nature to the deputy headteacher or headteacher as appropriate.

What the school offers its staff

You will be part of The University of Chichester Academy Trust, which is uniquely positioned to make a difference in the local educational landscape. The Trust currently encompasses 17 academies, 2 Inclusion centres, and a School-Centred Initial Teacher Training base, all based in Hampshire, Portsmouth, and West Sussex. While we share a common vision and values, each academy has its own identity that contributes to its local community. The Trust is committed to valuing the uniqueness of each school.

Two-Week October Half Term: We have introduced a two-week October half-term across all our schools. This initiative is already making a positive impact, giving staff and pupils a valuable break during the long autumn term, reducing absence through illness, and supporting overall well-being. It also brings greater consistency across our Trust, creating a more connected and efficient way of working. It’s just one example of how we prioritise our people and create a working environment where everyone can thrive.

-Pension Membership: Teacher's Pension Scheme for teaching staff, Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for support staff

-Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Schemes: We are committed to supporting you and your family every step of the way. Our family-friendly occupational leave policies will help you enjoy quality time with your new family.

-Additional Benefits: In addition to family support, we offer several other benefits to help enhance your work-life balance and well-being.

-Benefits Platform Assistance Programme: Offering support and discounts to help manage lifestyle and well-being.

-Cycle-to-Work Scheme: Encouraging a sustainable and healthy commute, Encouraging a sustainable and healthy commute.

-Eye Care Vouchers: Helping to support your eye health and wellness(dependent on role).

-Unique Academy Benefits

We believe in working in partnership with our academies and offering bespoke support tailored to their unique characteristics.

Our newest academies are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, built with the latest knowledge of staff needs.

Please visit the Academies page for further details about individual academies and their specific benefits: University of Chichester Academy Trust

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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.

Job Profile Outdoor Play and Learning Leader.pdf - 199 KB (opens in new tab)

About Court Lane Junior Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 467 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Court Lane Junior Academy website
• Email address: e.akmenkalns@chi.ac.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/court-lane-junior-academy

Arranging a visit to Court Lane Junior Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email e.akmenkalns@chi.ac.uk.

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