Playworker/Childcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 31 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £10.00 to £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 August 2025 |
| Location: | TN12 8NJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Premier Education Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Playworker / Childcare Assistant – Term-Time Only (22 hrs/week)
Location: Horsmonden Primary Academy, Tonbridge, TN12 8NJ
Hours: 22 hours per week (Monday–Friday, mornings and afternoons)
Job Type: Part-Time, Term-Time Only
Expected Start Date: September 2025
Looking for flexible, part-time work in childcare during school term time?
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.
Your Role:
As a Playworker / Childcare Assistant, 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)
Location: Horsmonden Primary Academy, Tonbridge, TN12 8NJ
Hours: 22 hours per week (Monday–Friday, mornings and afternoons)
Job Type: Part-Time, Term-Time Only
Expected Start Date: September 2025
Looking for flexible, part-time work in childcare during school term time?
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.
Your Role:
As a Playworker / Childcare Assistant, 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)