Overview
ARDEN PRIMARY SCHOOL, Osborne Street, Bredbury, Stockport SK6 2EX
Salary: Scale 2 - Approx. pro rata salary £7,165.17 to £7,277.59
Hours of Post: 12.5 hours per week (15:00 – 17:30)
Contract Type: Term Time
Closing Date: 7th October 2025
Start date: as soon as possible
Arden Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and online searches.
Arden Primary was judged to be a ‘Good’ school by Ofsted in July 2024. We are proud of our reputation for educational excellence and our commitment to inclusive, child-centred learning. Our school community is thriving, with enthusiastic children, a dedicated team and strong partnerships with families and the wider community.
We are looking for a Playworker who will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and play experiences for children aged 4 to 11 in our After school club. You will work closely as a team to support each child’s individual needs in a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. The Playworker will be someone who is caring, energetic, and confident working with children. The ideal candidate will be a team player who can also work independently and who understands the needs of children and families.
Please review the job description and person specification to gain a clear understanding of what the Playworker role involves.
Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality care and play experiences for children aged 4 to 11 in the After School Club.
* Work as part of a team and also independently to support each child’s individual needs in a safe and welcoming environment.
* Contribute to planning and delivering age-appropriate activities and routines.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Demonstrates caring, energetic, and confident approach when working with children.
* Ability to be a team player as well as work independently.
* Understanding of the needs of children and families.
* Pre-employment checks including DBS and online searches will be required.
How to Apply
Application forms and further details can be downloaded from the Stockport website, or contact the school. Completed application forms should be returned by post to Selina Adams, Business Manager, Arden Primary School, Osborne Street, Bredbury, Stockport, SK6 2EX, or via email to recruitment@arden-primary.co.uk.
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