Playworkers
After School Clubs at Hinchley Wood Primary or Thames Ditton Junior Schools
Monday to Friday, from 2.45pm – 6pm /week, term time only
£9 021 per annum
To commence November 2025
We are looking for enthusiastic Playworkers to join our teams at Hinchley Wood Primary School and Thames Ditton Junior School, and assist in the delivery of a range of high quality recreational and educational activities for children attending our after-school clubs. Please specify in your application which school you are applying for.
The ideal candidate will be a team player, able to build positive relationships with children and colleagues, and contribute towards providing a fun, safe environment. Previous experience working with, or supporting young children between 4 – 11 years, would be advantageous although not essential as training will be provided
Duties will include the support and supervision of children attending and promoting their general care and welfare. Previous experience working with, or supporting young children between 4 – 11 years is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with children and wants to balance work with other commitments. The role is term time only, and we are looking for staff to work Monday to Friday, from 2.45pm – 6pm. Possibility of additional hours at our breakfast club may be discussed.
Joining at either school, you will be part of the Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership. We offer:
* family friendly term time working
* competitive salary and annual performance progression
* two weeks' autumn half term
* staff benefits & discount scheme
* occupational health and employee assistance programme
* free use of Gym at HWS
* supportive team and professional development support
* membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
Latest closing date for applications is Friday 10th October 2025
We welcome early applications and reserve the right to interview and appoint before the application deadline if the right candidate comes forward. If you feel this is the right opportunity for you, please don't hesitate to get in touch and submit your application as soon as you're ready.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £14.61 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
Experience:
* working with children: 1 year (required)
Location:
* Esher KT10 0AQ (required)
Work Location: In person