Wrap Around Play Leader (level 3)

Lightwater, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Employer
Lightwater Village School
Location
Lightwater, Surrey
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time, Term Time
Salary
GLF Associate 3.1 (10,187.29 - Actual)
Posted
27th November 2025
Expires
12th December 2025 09:30 AM
Start Date
1st January 2026
Job ID
1521813
Suitable for
Other Graduates
Job Reference
LVS004


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Lightwater Village School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Wrap Around Play Leader to join their team on a permanent, part-time basis, working Monday to Friday 2.30pm - 6pm.



Your opportunity




This is an exciting opportunity to lead the wrap around provision at Lightwater Village School, creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for our children. As Play Leader, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running and long-term development of the provision, planning engaging activities, promoting positive behaviour, and ensuring high standards of care. This is a fantastic role for someone who is passionate about making a difference in children's lives within a supportive and collaborative school environment.


What we are looking for



Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting Level 3 childcare qualification (desirable) Up-to-date Safeguarding training Ability to build positive relationships with children and encourage engaging, inclusive play Strong organisational and time management skills Friendly, approachable, and resilient with a supportive team spirit Committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment

Please read the and Person Specification for more information and before applying.


About Lightwater Village Infant and Junior school




Our school stands at the heart of the village community of Lightwater. We offer an outstanding start to education for children from 2 to 11 years old, consistently achieving excellence, yet also engaging children in imaginative and exciting themes whereby learning comes alive.



Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Lightwater Village Infant and Junior School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Springfield, Cordwalles, Pine Ridge and Lorraine. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community




As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.


A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer




GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish


Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information

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The Details



Start Date:

January 2026

Salary:

25,001 FTE

Pay Scale:

Associate 3.1

Actual Salary:

10,187.29

Hours:

17.5 hours - Monday to Friday 2.30pm - 6pm (38 weeks)

Closing Date:

Friday 12th December at 9.30am

Interview Date:

TBC




GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).



As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.



We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.



We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.



Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4290153
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Part Time
  • Job Location
    Lightwater, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned