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Do you have nursery or holiday club experience and are looking to move to a school environment?
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual, committed to high-quality childcare and developing the best for every child. Our in-house provision, Treetops, has grown from strength to strength. It is a popular and well-attended club and we are looking for a Play Worker to help it continue to flourish.
We are looking for someone
1. who loves working with children
2. passionate about supporting children to develop whilst having fun
3. creative
4. with empathy and compassion
5. who is a great team-player
6. who can use their initiative.
Working under the direction of the After-School Club Manager, the successful candidate will have energy and enthusiasm to ensure that Treetops is a fun and exciting environment that children want to be part of. You would be responsible for leading games and activities, as well as preparing food for the children. You must be a great team-player and love engaging with both children and other adults. Showing initiative is key and we are looking for someone who can take a positive approach and remain calm. You should promote a relaxing and fun environment that the children across all ages want to be part of. If you have experience in another childcare environment, such as a nursery, holiday club or pre-school this could be the perfect move into a school environment. Candidates holding level 3 early years qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.
About us
Trinity Oaks provides high quality education supported by a caring ethos, with a focus on the individual child. We are a one-form entry primary school, also offering pre-school provision for children aged 3 and above. Treetops is available to all Trinity Oaks children aged 3-11.
Our support staff are an integral part of our staff team and this is a great opportunity to work with children from all year-groups in a relaxed environment, developing relationships with parents and having an impact on children across the school.
We can offer
7. Term-time only, part-time hours
8. Established, friendly and professional staff team
9. A positive working environment
10. Relationship-based practices
11. Local Government Pension Scheme
12. Free access to an employee assistance programme
13. A supportive and involved school community
14. A well-resourced school.
Induction, support and training will be provided. An understanding and support of the school’s Christian ethos is essential.
Job details
15. Role: Play Worker in Treetops After-School Club
16. Start date: September 2025
17. Salary:Surrey Pay 3. Full-time equivalent (FTE) £24,330 (predicted 2025-26 salary). Actual pro-rata salary for 15 hours, 38 weeks a year: £8,497
18. Hours: 3-6pm Monday-Friday during term-time. This position is for 38 weeks (term-time only). Any essential INSET days will be paid in addition to this.
19. Location: Trinity Oaks CofE Primary School, Brookfield Drive, Horley RH6 9NS
20. Contract Type: Permanent, term-time only. Five-days-a-week, part-time.
Please read the supporting ad, job description and person specification for more details. We would ideally like the sucessful candidate to start at the beginning of the academic year, 1st September 2025, or as soon afterwards as possible.
If you are looking for more hours, we do have other positions that we are currently recruiting for that could be worked alongside this role, such as Playworker in Breakfast Club, Midday Meal Supervisor or SEN TA. Please see those specific ads for more details.
Please note that we reserve the right to invite candidates to interview prior to the closing date and make an offer, if successful. We would, therefore, recommend that candidates submit applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced-level check via the Disclosure & Barring Service will be required for the successful candidate. We will also conduct an online check of shortlisted applicants based on guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. All applications must be made using the School’s application form. CVs will not be accepted.