Senior Play Leader - Whittington Primary & Nursery School
Permanent, part-time, 18 hours a week, term time only. Hours: Monday to Friday 3pm–6pm, plus Tuesday and Thursday 7:30am–9am.
Salary: Grade 5 £25,989 – £27,254 per annum pro rata. Actual salary: £10,642.16 – £11,160.16 per annum.
As part of the John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT), we are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Senior Play Leader to join our wrap‑around care team supporting early years provision.
* Enthusiasm, passion, and a nurturing approach to working with children
* An ability to plan and deliver engaging activities
* Safe working practices
* Guiding and directing other members of staff
Level 3 qualification relevant to EYFS required.
If you have a passion for excellence and share our vision, we can offer you the opportunity to join a successful and progressive Trust committed to ensuring learning is at the heart of all we do.
To discuss this role, contact Claire Bourton by emailing wac@whittington.staffs.sch.uk or calling 01543 432 487. Completed application forms should be emailed to admin2@whittington.staffs.sch.uk. Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 14th November
Selection/Interview: Week commencing 24th November 2025
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers. Guidance can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974. Please note if shortlisted, an online search will be carried out before interview which may identify publicly available incidents. Review our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants for the lawful basis for processing and retention. John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults. Pre‑employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website. Please review our Recruitment Pack on the school website before submitting your application.
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