Job Description

The role

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Are you enthusiastic, caring, and passionate about play?


Do you enjoy working with children and supporting their creativity and independence?


We are looking for a committed and energetic Playworker to join our playwork team at Gorse Covert Primary School.


Location: Gorse Covert Primary School, Birchwood


Start Date: 1st September 2025


Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only


Hours: 12:00-1:00pm and 3:15-6:00pm, Monday to Friday

About the Role:

As a Playworker, you will help deliver fun, inclusive, and engaging wraparound provision before and after school. You'll work closely with the Wraparound Care Manager to support a wide range of indoor and outdoor play opportunities, including risky play in line with OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) principles.


You'll help create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive, explore, and enjoy their time outside the classroom.

What We're Looking For:

? A Level 2 qualification in Playwork, Childcare, or a related field (or willingness to work towards it)


? Experience working with primary-aged children in a play or care setting


? Enthusiasm for outdoor play, creativity, and child-led exploration


? Willingness to support risky play activities in a safe and positive way


? Ability to assist in planning and preparing healthy snacks and light meals


? A caring, reliable, and proactive approach to working with children

We Offer:

? A welcoming and supportive school community


? A strong play-based ethos, including training in OPAL principles


? Opportunities for further development and CPD


? A fun and fulfilling working environment where no two days are the same!

Key dates:

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Closing date for Applications

: Thursday 4 July 2025 at 9am

? Interview date

: Monday 8 July 2025

Start Date

: Monday 1 September 2025

How to Apply

Application packs are available on our school website ; https://www.gorsecovert.co.uk/warrington/primary/gorse-covert/site/pages/vacancies or by contacting the school office at: [email protected] / 01925 825 070.

Please submit your completed application form and a brief supporting statement to: [email protected]


Gorse Covert Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.




Further details and application forms are available from the School Website