Job Description

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Netherthong Primary School

Hours

5 hour 50 minutes per week - Term Time only

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

School Street, Holmfirth HD9 3EB

Position type

Permanent

Grade

Grade 3

Salary

3,133 per annum

Netherthong Primary School wishes to appoint and enthusiastic, kind and caring individual with the skills and knowledge to fulfil the role of Lunchtime Playworker.


Netherthong Primary School is set in beautiful Holme Valley. We are blessed with extensive outdoor provision, which all our children benefit from using at Lunchtime. During lunchtimes, we offer a wide range of games and activities for our children to benefit from and we are seeking an individual to help oversee the running of these activities.


We are looking for someone who:

Is dedicated, energetic and proactive. Is committed to helping us nurture each child. Is creative in their approach to supporting children's play at lunchtime. Will work in partnership with pupils, parents, other staff, and the wider community to benefit all children at Netherthong Primary School. Will follow and live out our vision of 'Nurture Progress Succeed' in all that they do.

The successful candidate will be a team-player, supportive and enthusiastic, with a real desire to support all our children. In return, we will offer you an experienced and supportive team of staff and governors, who are committed to Netherthong School. In addition, our pupils are happy, friendly and lovely to work with.


Our children have said that they are looking for the following in our Lunchtime Playworker:


"I would like to have somebody funny."


"I think we should have another nice and kind person"


"I would like someone who is really sporty to play games with."


"I would really like someone happy, to help keep us happy."


"A happy and caring person. I think everyone would like that!"


"A playful person, that plays games with us on the playground."


You are warmly encouraged to contact our Business Manager, Mrs Jo Moran, to find out more about the post and arrange a visit to the school. Please contact us on 01484 681950 or via email jo.moran@netherthongprimary.co.uk


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As part of our safer recruitment process, we will complete an online search on you.


Please email the completed application forms to jo.moran@netherthongprimary.co.uk





This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the /Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Closing date

16 January 2026, 11:55 PM