Playworker

Finedon Nursery and Infant School, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 5JG

24 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  7 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Casual
• Full-time equivalent salary: £13.28 Hourly

Playworker job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and flexible Playworkers to support our wraparound care provision at the Finedon schools during the holiday periods. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and creating a safe, fun and engaging environment during the school holidays. This is a casual contract.

As a Playworker, you will:

• Supervise and engage children in a range of indoor and outdoor activities.
• Help create a positive, inclusive and nurturing environment.
• Support arts, crafts, games, sports and themed activities.
• Ensure children’s safety and wellbeing at all times.
• Work as part of a friendly and supportive team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with primary-aged children.
• Is reliable, energetic and approachable.
• Has good communication and teamwork skills.
• Can use initiative and remain calm under pressure.

The hours of work will be flexible.

The closing date for applications is the 7th June 2026.

Applicants will be interviewed on receipt of a successful application and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

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 Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and must have suitable references. This process assists us in maintaining a safe environment for pupils and staff.

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 Finedon Nursery and Infant School

• School type: Academies, ages 3 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 149 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Finedon Nursery and Infant School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/finedon-infant-school-wellingborough

In our two schools, we create a happy, caring and positive learning atmosphere. We enable each child to reach their full potential and grow into a confident and independent learner who is well prepared for life in modern Britain.

We pride ourselves on providing a creative and highly stimulating curriculum accessible to all our children. They are motivated learners, always wishing to achieve their very best. They show exemplary behaviour and caring attitudes towards others.

Situated on two sites, the Infant and Junior school share the same Headteacher and leadership team. Working together as one, our experienced team of staff are committed to providing our children with an excellent, seamless learning experience from Reception to Year 6.

The Infant School admits 45 children each year into two Reception classes. In Year 1 and 2, we have four single-age classes in the mornings and three mixed Year 1 and 2 classes in the afternoon. At the end of Year 2, children transfer to the Junior School.

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