Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Play Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children during play activities. This role involves working closely with young children, supporting their developmental needs, and fostering positive social interactions. The Play Worker will contribute to the overall wellbeing and enjoyment of children in our care, ensuring that all activities are inclusive and age-appropriate.
Duties
· Supervision, organisation and safeguarding of children within the playground or dining hall environment.
· Provide high-quality, safe and stimulating play for the children.
· To assist as required to ensure a calm, clean environment in the dining hall.
· To control queues to the dining areas
· To mark registers and operate the system designed to provide free meals to pupils
· To encourage dining arrangements that promotes an orderly and pleasant meals service for pupils.
· To supervise and ensure safety on the outdoor play areas.
· To ensure that any spillage is removed quickly
· To see that the dining areas are left clean and tidy and tables are clean for the next occupant
· To supervise the return of used crockery and cutlery
· To wipe trays where necessary.
· To deal with pupils’ behaviour problems in the dining room and elsewhere and report any serious incidents to the Senior Midday Supervisor.
· To deal with accidents and any sickness and report them to the Senior Midday Supervisor.
Skills
- Exhibit a calm and reassuring manner,
- Be punctual and reliable
- Be passionate about making a difference to every child.
- value a team working approach and be keen to contribute and share your skills with colleagues
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build on and maintain strong relationships with staff, parents and carers, children, governors and the local and wider community.
This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives while developing professional skills within a supportive environment. Applicants should be passionate about working with children and committed to fostering their growth through engaging play experiences.
To apply please complete the form within 'Vacancies' on the Transform Trust Website; https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Trust/transformtrust/00012
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £4,800.39 per year
Expected hours: 8.0 – 9.0 per week
Work Location: In person
