Job Description

Wraparound Care Playworker - Afternoons Only - January Start

East Farleigh Primary School, Maidstone ME15 0LY

Term-Time Only | 10.00 - 12.21 p/h | 14 hrs/week

As a Playworker / Childcare Assistant, you'll help create a safe, welcoming environment at our after school club. You'll support and lead play-based activities, encourage positive behaviour, and ensure children are well cared for at all times.

Day-to-day tasks include:

Leading fun and engaging play activities Supervising children aged 4-11 in a school club setting Ensuring safeguarding and safety procedures are always followed Serving snacks and promoting healthy habits Working closely with parents, carers, and colleagues

What We're Looking For:

Essential:

Aged 18+ (due to insurance and Ofsted regulations) Experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or play settings Confidence supporting play in a structured but fun environment Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable (but not required):

A childcare qualification (or working towards one) First Aid, Safeguarding, or Food Hygiene certificates Full UK driving licence (for flexibility across sites)

Recruitment Statement

Applicants must be UK nationals or have an existing right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and assess candidates solely on their skills, experience, and ability.

Premier Education Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; where appropriate, an enhanced DBS and other checks will be carried out in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 10.00-12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Flexitime Referral programme
Application question(s):

Are you over 18 (insurance and Ofsted regulations)
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person