After School Club Playworker

About the role

Job Overview
We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Playworkers to join our teams across Hitchin, helping to provide a safe and engaging environment for children to learn and play. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and experience working with children in a nursery or similar setting. As a Play Worker, you will facilitate play activities, support children's development, and ensure their well-being during their time with us.

Hitchin
Hertfordshire

https://www.cookie-club.com/

Part time
Before & After School Club Playworker
Salary range: between £11.00 and £13.00
Pay details: Per Hour
Start date: Flexible

Hours: 7.5hrs - 25hrs per week 

2.45-6.15pm Monday - Friday (Hours/Days can be flexible)

 Job Overview
We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Playworkers to join our teams across Hitchin, helping to provide a safe and engaging environment for children to learn and play. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and experience working with children in a nursery or similar setting. As a Play Worker, you will facilitate play activities, support children's development, and ensure their well-being during their time with us.

Responsibilities

- Drive children in company vehicles between club and schools.
- Supervise and engage with children during playtime, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote learning and development.
- Communicate effectively with children, encouraging their participation and social interaction.
- Manage behaviour in a positive manner, fostering respect and cooperation among children.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of play areas, ensuring all equipment is safe for use.
- Collaborate with other staff members to create a cohesive team environment focused on the children's needs.
- Provide support to children with special educational needs or disabilities as required. 

Skills
- Strong understanding of early childhood education principles and practices.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
- Proven leadership abilities to manage groups of children effectively.
- Experience in childcare or nursery settings is highly desirable.
- Ability to drive engaging activities that stimulate children's imagination and creativity.
- A nurturing attitude towards children with the ability to build trusting relationships.
- Capability to work collaboratively within a team while also being self-motivated.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children through play and education, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Play Worker.

We are an established, thriving Breakfast & After School Club with five sites across the Hitchin area serving eight local primary schools. Our sites are based within the grounds of Purwell School, Whitehill Junior School, Wilshere Dacre Junior Academy, Highbury Infant School and St Ippolyts School.

Fun, Care & Education Before & After School

For more information and to apply online : www.teachinherts.com