Salary: NJC Grade B: £24,796 - £25,185 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 12.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year until 31st August 2026 (Monday to Friday 15.15-17.45).
West Down School is seeking to recruit a caring, enthusiastic and motivated playworker to assist at a soon to be established afterschool club for our children.
As a member of the Harbour Schools Partnership, we are committed to collaboration, innovation and excellence.
Your Role Will Include:
* Supervising children during afterschool club under the direction of the play leader
* Encouraging healthy eating and positive social interaction.
* Ensuring the play spaces remain clean and safe.
* Promoting good behaviour and a caring atmosphere.
* Supporting children to complete their homework.
What We’re Looking For:
* A warm and approachable personality.
* Patience and a genuine interest in supporting children and having fun.
* Ability to work well in a team.
* Reliability and punctuality.
Full training will be provided including paediatric first aid.
Why Join Us? Be part of a welcoming school community. Opportunity to co-create a new club for our wonderful children. Make a real difference to children’s daily lives and support our parent community.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon 8th January 2026 interviews will be held on Tuesday 13th January 2026.
All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.