St Thomas CofE School
Molyneux Road
Westhoughton
Bolton
BL5 3HP
Playworker (After School Club role)
‘The Lighthouse Club’
Salary: Grade C (SCP 4-6)
Actual Pay - £7,114 to £7,341 p.a.
Hours: 3:15pm until 5:45pm (12.5 hours per week)
Monday Friday (Term Time Only)
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: Monday 20th April 2026
At St Thomas School we are excited to be launching our new After School Club which will offer on site out of hours provision for our pupils.
We are proud of our nurturing and vibrant community and this new service will provide further opportunity for our pupils to flourish.
We are now seeking a dedicated Playworker to support our After School Club Manager each evening after school.
Are you a person who can help our children shine by combining fun, care and creativity to help our pupils enjoy their additional time in school?
This rewarding role is perfect for someone who is imaginative and is able to create fun experiences for children in a safe environment after school each day.
Visits to school are encouraged and welcomed. Please contact our school office to arrange an appointment office@st-thomas.bolton.sch.uk
About the Role:
As our After School Playworker you will:
* Have a vision in how you will support our After School Club Manager in establishing our new provision
* Support the daily running of the club
* Support a safe and welcoming environment for children who attend the club
* Make a real difference to children aged 4 to 11
* Uphold the Mission and Values of our Church School
* Respect and work within the framework of school policies
* Promote the vision of our newly established After School Club
* Administer First Aid (Training will be provided if necessary)
What We are Looking for:
* Experience: Working with children aged 4 to 11 in a play or childcare setting
* A caring person who can balance fun with responsibility
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting a wide range of quality play activities
* Ensuring the setting is safe, clean and ready for each session
* Supporting pupils, making sure all children feel included and welcomed
* Building strong relationships with parents and carers
* Organising healthy snacks for each day
The post holder may reasonably be expected to undertake other duties commensurate with the level of responsibility that may be allocated, at the discretion of the Head Teacher and to meet the needs of the school.
Safeguarding:
St Thomas School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken, and this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please return your application form to our School Business Manager, Mrs Sue Owen owens@st-thomas.bolton.sch.uk
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026 (noon)
Interview date: Thursday 5th February 2026