Location: ACA - Lakelands, Colchester
Hours: Part-time, Term Time Only
Make a Difference Before and After the School Bell
Do you enjoy working with children and want a role where no two days are the same?
At Allstar Community Academy (ACA), we're looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic people to join our friendly team at Beaulieu Park School.
Every day, we provide a safe, welcoming and fun environment where children can play, learn and thrive before and after school. We're looking for team members who genuinely enjoy working with children and understand the importance of being someone they can rely on.
Whether you're an experienced childcare professional or have transferable experience working with children, we'd love to hear from you.
Shift Times
Breakfast Club
7.15am – 9.00am
After School Club
You can apply for Breakfast Club, After School Club or both.
A minimum commitment of two shifts per week is required. Additional hours may be available to cover holidays, training and staff absence.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Playworker, you'll play an important role in creating a positive experience for every child by:
- Welcoming children into a safe and happy environment.
- Planning and leading fun, engaging activities including arts and crafts, games, outdoor play and creative projects.
- Encouraging children's confidence, independence and friendships.
- Preparing and serving simple breakfasts and afternoon snacks.
- Supporting children's wellbeing and ensuring they feel included.
- Building positive relationships with parents, school staff and colleagues.
- Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety at all times.
- Helping to set up and tidy away equipment and activity areas.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
- Caring, friendly and approachable.
- Reliable with excellent timekeeping and attendance.
- Positive, energetic and enthusiastic.
- Professional and takes pride in their work.
- Confident working with primary-aged children.
- A great team player who is willing to help others.
- Calm under pressure and able to use their own initiative.
- Looking for a long-term role where they can make a real difference.
Qualifications & Experience
We welcome applications from both qualified and unqualified candidates.
Essential
- A genuine passion for working with children.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The right to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare or Playwork qualification.
- Experience working in a school, nursery, wraparound care, holiday club, sports coaching or similar childcare setting.
- Paediatric First Aid (training can be provided).
- Food Hygiene Certificate (training can be provided).
Why Join ACA?
At Allstar Community Academy, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe children deserve consistency, encouragement and a team that genuinely cares.
When you join ACA, you'll receive:
- Competitive hourly pay based on qualifications and experience.
- Term-time only working.
- Paid training and ongoing professional development.
- A friendly, supportive and welcoming team.
- Opportunities to progress within the organisation.
- The chance to make a real difference to children's lives every day.
Safeguarding
Allstar Community Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check, provide satisfactory references and complete mandatory safeguarding training before employment.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're dependable, enthusiastic and passionate about helping children grow, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the ACA family.
Pay: £12.65-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
