Playworker – Term-Time Only
Location: Lawford Primary School, Manningtree, CO11 2FR
Hours: 22 hours per week (Monday–Friday, mornings and afternoons)
Job Type: Part-Time, Term-Time Only
Expected Start Date: October 2025
Join our friendly team delivering fun and safe activities for primary school children before and after school.
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with children - whether you're newly qualified, returning to work, or looking for a rewarding term-time role that fits around your own schedule.
You'll help create a safe, welcoming environment before and after school. You'll support and lead play-based activities, encourage positive behaviour, and ensure children are well cared for at all times.
Day-to-day tasks include:
* Leading fun and engaging play activities
* Supervising children aged 4–11 in a school club setting
* Ensuring safeguarding and safety procedures are always followed
* Serving snacks and promoting healthy habits
* Working closely with parents, carers, and colleagues
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
* Aged 18+ (due to insurance and Ofsted regulations)
* Experience working with children in schools, nurseries, or play settings
* Confidence supporting play in a structured but fun environment
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Desirable (but not required):
* A childcare qualification (or working towards one)
* First Aid, Safeguarding, or Food Hygiene certificates
* Full UK driving licence (for flexibility across sites)
Why Join Premier Education?
* Be part of the UK's largest provider of school physical activity and childcare.
* Flexible, term-time hours that fit your lifestyle
* Opportunities for development and progression
* Referral Bonus Scheme: Earn bonuses for referring new employees
Recruitment Statement
Applicants must be UK nationals or have an existing right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and assess candidates solely on their skills, experience, and ability.
Premier Education Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; where appropriate, an enhanced DBS and other checks will be carried out in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Apply Now - Interviews taking place immediately
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £10.00-£12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 22 per week
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Application question(s):
* Are you over 18? (for insurance and Ofsted regulations)
Experience:
* Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person