Activities Assistant / Play Worker – Casual/Cover/Bank Staff (Zero Hours Contract)
£12.75 – £14.00 per hour | Southwark
Magna Groups, an Ofsted‑registered childcare provider, is seeking enthusiastic Activities Assistants / Play Workers to join our teams on a casual, zero‑hours basis. This role is ideal for individuals looking for flexible work supporting children aged 5–11 in our Breakfast and Afterschool Clubs.
Location; Southwark – must be able to commute to SE1 / SE15 / SE16 / SE22
Hours (Flexible, As Needed)
- Breakfast Club: 7:30am – 9:00am
- Afterschool Club: 2:30pm – 6:00pm
Shifts offered based on site requirements – no guaranteed hours
Pay: £12.75 – £14.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
Key Responsibilities
- Support and deliver fun, age‑appropriate activities for children aged 5–11
- Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging play environment
- Encourage children’s social, emotional, and physical development through play
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and team members
- Maintain clean, safe, and organised activity spaces
- Follow safeguarding, health, and safety procedures at all times
About You
- Experience working with children (play work, childcare, education, or similar)
- Passionate, reliable, and confident engaging with children
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Able to work independently and adapt to different settings
Desirable (but not essential):
- Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare or Play work
- Paediatric First Aid qualification
What We Offer
- Flexible work on a zero‑hours, casual contract
- Friendly, supportive team environment
- Ongoing training opportunities
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience in childcare
- The chance to make a positive difference in children’s lives
All roles subject to references and enhanced DBS checks.
Apply now if you’re looking for flexible childcare work and enjoy creating fun, engaging experiences for children
Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract
Pay: £12.75-£14.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- East Dulwich SE15: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Working with children: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
