We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Playworker to join the team at Warlingham Primary School on a permanent basis. This rewarding role involves supporting our before and after school provision. We are ideally seeking someone who can cover three afternoon sessions (3:00 – 6:30pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and 2:00 – 6:30pm on Fridays) and some morning sessions each week 07:15-08:45). The specific days can be flexible for the right candidate. If you’re passionate about working with children and creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment, we’d love to hear from you. Your Opportunity The before and after School Club at Warlingham Village Primary School provides quality childcare for children. We are looking for someone to join our team on a part time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day-to-day school life and be a strong team player. This is a great opportunity for a valued member of the local community. Whether you are looking for a job to fit in with your college or family commitments or maybe even early retirement, this great part time position could be the perfect job for you. What we are looking for Be able to develop positive relationships with young children Have an interest in the play needs of children Be able to participate in a variety of activities including arts and crafts, cooking, and other indoor and outdoor games. Be proactive, using their own initiative to differentiate activities to ensure full inclusion for all abilities and ages. Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour and circumstances Be enthusiastic and motivated and committed to working as part of a team Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying. About Warlingham Village Primary School, part of the Chalklands Cluster Our School sits within an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with, our cluster includes the following other schools; Chestnut Park Primary School, Whyteleafe Primary School, Marden Lodge Primary School, and Hillcroft Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development. Join the GLF Schools Community As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team. A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education GLF Schools Employment Offer GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model The Details Start Date: ASAP Salary : GLF Associate 1 - £22,918.66 Actual Salary: £ 8,538.32 (based on 16hrs per week) Hours of work: Up to 16hrs per week Closing Date: 31 Aug 2025 Interview date: TBA