Hesketh-with Becconsalll All Saints CE Primary School is seeking to establish Extended Services on site with a before and after school provision for children of school age.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Play Leader to join our school and are looking for someone who:
- To organise and run childcare provision in our school setting.
- To create high quality play opportunities within a safe and caring environment.
- To provide a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for the children placed in the provision, including those with special needs.
- To ensure the EYFS requirements are met and to be involved in basic record keeping and supporting Club activities.
What we can offer you:
- The opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive team
- Excellent facilities across the school
- A comprehensive professional development programme and many opportunities to contribute to extra-curricular activities and whole school initiatives.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Playwork or NNEB, /BTEC/NVQ Level 3 Early Years Care & Education/Childcare
- Paediatric First Aid certification, or willingness to undertake the training.
Desirable Qualifications
· Food Safety certificate (can be arranged if expired)
Essential Experience
· Previous experience supporting or caring for children within the relevant age group.
· Knowledge of child protection practices, or willingness to complete the required training.
Desirable Experience
· Ability to use own initiative.
· Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own.
Our commitment to Safeguarding and Child Protection
Our school is committed to the safeguarding of children and expects all members of the school community to subscribe to that aim. Appointment will be conditional on an enhanced DBS clearance being obtained. All of the posts listed above are covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Wigan HR has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Pay: £13.47-£14.59 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
