Job Description

Smarden Primary School, Ashford, Kent


Education - non-teaching


Term time


Permanent

(Y)Our Opportunity

Would you like the opportunity to be involved in settling and making a difference to children as they start their school day? Are you an organised and creative individual who enjoys working with children? If so, the

After School Club Playworker

role is for you!

With your engaging and friendly approach you will initiate positive play and encourage age-appropriate activities. As an After School Club Playworker you willcreate a purposeful and inclusive environment, you will ensure the safety and wellbeing of children is maintained at all times.

It's not necessarily your experience as an After School Club Playworker that we're most interested in, it's your passion and commitment to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education.

The ideal After School Club Playworker

will be someone who is:

A great communicator with a warm and encouraging manner, who develops positive relationships with young children Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team Passionate, resourceful and creative about children learning through play and physical activities Able to promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils Committed to achieving high standards of service and hygiene

Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as an After School Club Assistant we can offer you

:Excellent ongoing CPD A comprehensive and supportive induction programme Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change Cycle to work scheme TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts Free eye tests Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

About Smarden Primary School

Smarden Primary School currently has 161 students from age 2-11 years. Smarden prides itself on high expectations for all in every aspect of school life, on achievement and excellence built on strong foundations of wellbeing. We are proud of our caring and nurturing family atmosphere, which is seen as integral to school life and where pupils feel safe; Staff know each individual child and build strong relationships with every family, so that children are fully included and well-supported both academically and pastorally, to find out more visit our website here.

To discover what makes Smarden so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01233770316 or email office@smarden-tkat.org

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; 'achieving more together', giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Flexible working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.