1-1 Playworker

We are seeking a friendly, proactive Midday Playworker to provide 1-1 support to a child during lunchtime, helping them enjoy playtime and to supervise them while they are eating.

This is a part-time role, perfect for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to contribute to a warm and inclusive school environment.

You will support the Midday Playworker Team to provide high-quality play at lunchtimes through our OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) approach. The successful candidate will help create an inclusive, stimulating outdoor environment where children can enjoy child-led play, develop confidence, resilience and positive relationships. You will work alongside staff to organise resources, promote positive behaviour, and support safe, purposeful play through active supervision and encouragement, including risk-benefit principles. A genuine enthusiasm for outdoor learning and helping every child thrive is essential. OPAL training and support will be provided.

Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to interview and close the advert ahead of the closing date.

About us:

Danesholme Junior Academy is a large three-form entry junior school, we are passionate about providing opportunities to help our children to grow into responsible and independent young people. We have high expectations of our pupils both as learners and citizens.  We provide a rich, stimulating environment which caters for children of all abilities and aims to develop each child's potential to the full. Our staff are friendly and committed and work together in the best interests of our pupils and our community.

Danesholme Junior Academy works in partnership with Danesholme Infant Academy, sharing a site, staff and resources. Please contact us on admin@danesholmejunioracademy.org to find out more.

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• A comprehensive package of benefits via our benefits marketplace
• A free digital wellbeing companion for all colleagues
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.