Playworker

Playworker | Loughton | Breakfast & After-School Clubs | £14.25-£16.65 per hour | Paediatric First Aid Required

Are you a Playworker with current Paediatric First Aid training looking for school club work in Loughton ? Reeson Education is recruiting for breakfast and after-school club support, helping children enjoy a safe and engaging start and finish to their school day.

This opportunity suits an experienced Playworker who enjoys organising activities, building positive relationships and keeping children's wellbeing at the centre of their work.

Role Highlights for a Playworker

• Position: Playworker.
• Location: Loughton, Essex, IG10.
• Pay: £14.25-£16.65 per hour, depending on experience.
• Hours: Morning breakfast club and afternoon after-school club sessions; exact shifts discussed on application.
• Essential: A current Paediatric First Aid certificate .
• Start: ASAP, following registration and safeguarding checks.

Your Role as a Playworker

As a Playworker , you will support the club team in supervising children, delivering enjoyable activities and maintaining a welcoming environment before and after school.

• Organise games, arts and crafts, outdoor play and age-appropriate activities.
• Encourage children to participate, make choices and play cooperatively.
• Support breakfast and snack routines, following hygiene and allergy procedures.
• Maintain positive behaviour through clear expectations and a calm approach.
• Respond appropriately to first aid incidents within your training and follow reporting procedures.
• Follow safeguarding, attendance and collection procedures.

What We're Looking For in a Playworker

• Current Paediatric First Aid training is essential.
• Previous experience working with children in a school or nursery is essential.
• A Playworker who is reliable, attentive and confident supervising groups.
• Availability for breakfast and/or after-school club sessions.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service , or willingness to apply for one.
• A childcare or playwork qualification is advantageous.

Why Apply for This Playworker Role

• Put your childcare experience and first aid training to practical use.
• Enjoy varied activities and an active role supporting children.
• Discuss your availability and preferred club sessions with Reeson Education.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

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