Inspiring Play, Building Confidence, Supporting Families
Do you have a natural connection with children and a passion for play?
Rocketeers Childcare is on the lookout for energetic, caring, and creative Playworkers to help deliver exciting before and after-school experiences where every child can thrive!
About Us
Rocketeers is a trusted local childcare provider with over 10 years’ experience delivering high-quality wraparound care. We’re passionate about creating safe, welcoming, and fun environments where children can thrive before and after school.
Join a team that’s passionate about making every school day start and end with joy!
We believe children deserve more than just childcare – they deserve a place to play, grow, and feel part of a community. If you believe the same, we’d love to hear from you!
The Role
As a Playworker, you will:
- 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:
About You:
- 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/playworker 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:
- Consistent term-time hours
- Free childcare available
- Paid induction and funded training in essentials like First Aid and Safeguarding
- Voluntary workplace pension scheme available
- Holiday pay and five days paid absence throughout the year
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A welcoming, supportive team and positive working environment
- A fun, supportive, and purposeful place to work
- The chance to make a real impact on children’s lives
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Ready to Inspire?
Ready to bring your skills and make a positive difference to our vibrant, friendly Wrap Around Club and create memorable experiences for children?
Apply Now
Hours: *Please note the Split-Shift work pattern below*
28.75 hours per week - Term Time Only Monday to Friday:
- 7:00am – 9:00am (Before School)
- 2:30pm – 6:15pm (After School)
Pay: From £12.88 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Are you willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check?
- Are you able to work a split shift work pattern described in the job advert as part of this role?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
