Job Description

Inspiring Play, Building Confidence, Supporting Families

Do you have a natural connection with children and a passion for play?

Rocketeers is on the lookout for energetic, caring, and creative Playworkers to help deliver exciting before and after-school experiences where every child can thrive!

Why Rocketeers?

At Rocketeers, we believe children deserve more than just childcare - they deserve a place to play, grow, and feel part of a community. As a trusted wraparound care provider, we create warm and inclusive environments that balance fun, creativity, and learning. Join a team that's passionate about making every school day start and end with joy!

Your Role as a Playworker:

You'll be a key part of our team, helping to create magical, safe, and stimulating play experiences that children will love and remember.

Key Responsibilities:

Bring the Fun

- Help plan and deliver a variety of engaging activities that encourage creativity, confidence, and laughter.

Support Daily Operations

- Assist with setting up, tidying, preparing snacks, and general club duties to keep things running smoothly.

Keep Children Safe & Happy

- Supervise children with care and energy, maintaining high standards of safety and wellbeing.

Be a Friendly Face

- Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Get Involved

- Encourage children's ideas, help with club admin when needed, and be a team player in every way.

What We're Looking For:

Must-Haves:

? Experience working with children aged 4-11 in a childcare, school, or play setting
? A love for play and a caring, inclusive attitude
? Good communication and teamwork skills
? A proactive, can-do mindset
? Basic understanding of safeguarding and child development
? Sufficient English to ensure children's wellbeing and effective communication

Bonus Qualities (We'd Love to See!):

Experience in a play-based environment

Relevant Level 2 or 3 childcare/playwork qualification (or willingness to work towards one)

Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene Certificates (or willingness to obtain)

Confidence using basic IT for communication or admin

Understanding of EYFS or school-age childcare standards

What We Offer:

A fun, supportive, and purposeful place to work

The chance to make a real impact on children's lives

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Staff perks, events, and a team that feels like family

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.50 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Sick pay
Application question(s):

o Do you have experience working with children in a childcare or school setting? o Do you have reliable transportation and live locally or within a commutable distance? o Are you willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check? o Are you available to work a split-shift schedule, totaling 28.75 hours per week?
Work Location: In person