Job Description

Meoncross School

Hampshire



Expiring soon

Job type:

Part Time, Fixed Term

Apply by:

6 July 2025

Job overview

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About the School - Meoncross

A child's educational journey should be as unique as they are. We pride ourselves on our holistic approach whereby every child has the individual attention they need to thrive and succeed both in and out of the classroom. At Meoncross, every child is safe to say 'I can be the best possible ME'.


We are very proud to be a through school for children aged 2.5 - 16 years, meaning we can welcome children into our school at any point in their educational journey. This could be at a natural key stage transition point such as starting 'big school' in Reception, Juniors in Year 3, or Upper School in Year 7, or anything in between.


Academic achievement is high, but so is our focus on wellbeing, as we know that happy children are high achieving children. We nurture our pupils and develop the characteristics and qualities we know they will need to build bright futures


The school now has an exciting opportunity for a

Wrap around Care Play Worker

to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world'.

About the role

As a Wraparound Care Play Worker, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children aged 2.5 to 11 during before and after school hours, as well as school holidays. You'll lead a variety of fun, inclusive activities--from arts and crafts to sports and structured play--while ensuring every child feels valued, supported, and inspired. Working closely with the Wraparound Care team, you will also help serve meals, maintain records, follow health and safety procedures, and ensure the space remains welcoming and organised. Your care and energy will make a real difference to every child's day.

There are various hours available depending on the school's needs.

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Who we are looking for:

You are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about working with children. You bring energy and creativity to each session, encouraging every child to join in, learn, and have fun. With excellent communication and teamwork skills, you build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Whether you're leading a game, supporting quiet time, or preparing snacks, you are patient, organised, and always ready to help. If you have experience working with children and a genuine commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment, we'd love for you to join our caring and dynamic team.

Benefits at Cognita

Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience Free lunch provided during Term Time Free parking on site (subject to availability) School fee discount Exclusive third-party discounts Professional Development

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is:

6 July 2025

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.


We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.


Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.

About

Meoncross School

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Meoncross School

Burnt House Lane, Stubbington, Fareham
Hampshire
PO14 2EF
United Kingdom

+44 1329 662182

Meoncross School is a family community where high academic achievement, optimism and kindness stand shoulder to shoulder with adventurous opportunities.

This co-educational independent school takes pupils aged 2 to 16 years on a clear pathway to success, culminating in GCSE examinations, which prepare them for the next stage of their lives.



Meoncross has achieved excellent GCSE results in 2024, outperforming schools nationally in every category most notably with 34% of their grades at 7-9, compared to a national average of 22%, and an impressive 89% of students achieving a pass rate at grade 4 and above, compared to a national average of 68%.



Meoncross offers an exceptional academic journey beginning in Nursery, where pupils receive expert tuition in French, Music, Ballet, P.E and Performing Arts. The school's location on the south coast of Hampshire provides all year groups with access to an enriched outdoor learning programme, engaging children with their natural surroundings and resources at Beach School and beyond.



In smaller, focused classes our engaging and immersive learning experiences build on pupils' confidence and strengths throughout the school, allowing them to develop a lifelong love of learning.



Alongside their learning, the school's excellent pastoral care and holistic approach means each child receives the individual attention they need to be the best version of themselves.



Teachers within their exceptional Modern Foreign Languages department are all dual linguists and have lived and worked abroad, providing in-depth specialist subject knowledge to Meoncross pupils right from the start.



Within a wide offer across the curriculum, Head Mrs Ebery has also announced the launch of two new GCSE options at Meoncross for 2024-25 - GCSE Food Technology and Psychology, backed by investment in a newly refurbished Home Economics room where a wide range of pupils can learn about healthy eating in a practical setting.



Ultimately, Meoncross pupils learn how to be dynamic and resilient learners, independently challenging themselves, whilst listening and caring for others. This prepares them to be fully-rounded individuals, ready for a full life in a constantly evolving world.


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