Salary: NJC Grade B: £25,185 - £25,583 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 6 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Newport Community Primary Academy is seeking to recruit a caring, enthusiastic and motivated Playworker to support the afterschool club for our children.
Your Role Will Include:
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Supervising children during afterschool club under the direction of the play leader
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Encouraging healthy eating and positive social interaction.
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Ensuring the play spaces remain clean and safe.
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Promoting good behaviour and a caring atmosphere.
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Supporting children to complete their homework.
What We’re Looking For:
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A warm and approachable personality.
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Patience and a genuine interest in supporting children and having fun.
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Ability to work well in a team.
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Reliability and punctuality.
Full training will be provided including paediatric first aid.
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a welcoming school community.
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Make a real difference to children’s daily lives and support our parent community.
If you’re passionate about helping children succeed and want to be part of a warm, nurturing school community, we’d love to hear from you.
This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon 6th July 2026 interviews will be held on 13th July 2026.
All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
Our school is a member of The Harbour Schools Partnership, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, The Harbour Schools Partnership offers excellent career and development opportunities.
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available via our website here.
