Play Practitioner Leader
| Posting date: | 21 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.25 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 18 December 2025 |
| Location: | Bicester, Oxfordshire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 195269 |
Summary
Our client, a respected childcare provider in Bicester, Oxfordshire, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Part-time Play Practitioner to join their team, to cover Breakfast and Afterschool Club. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that promotes the physical, emotional, and social development of children in our care.
As a Play Practitioner, you will work closely with our experienced team to plan and implement age-appropriate activities that encourage learning through play. You will be responsible for ensuring that each child receives individualised attention and support, helping them to develop their unique talents and abilities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Planning and facilitating engaging play activities that promote learning and development
- Observing and assessing children's progress, maintaining accurate records, and sharing insights with parents and colleagues
- Ensuring the safety and well-being of children at all times, adhering to our client's policies and procedures
- Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and well-resourced play area
- Assisting with daily routines, such as meals, naps, and toileting
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Experience working with children in a similar setting
- A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A creative and resourceful approach to planning and delivering activities
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in early years education
Our client offers a competitive salary of £13.25 per hour, depending on experience, along with opportunities for training and career progression within their organisation. This part-time position is ideal for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
If you are a dedicated and passionate childcare professional who shares our client's commitment to providing high-quality care and education, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our client's team in Bicester and help shape the future of the children in our community.
Additional information:
- DBS check required
- First Aid certification preferred
- Part-time hours: 16-20 hours per week, with flexibility to cover shifts as needed -
- Term time - Breakfast and After School
As a Play Practitioner, you will work closely with our experienced team to plan and implement age-appropriate activities that encourage learning through play. You will be responsible for ensuring that each child receives individualised attention and support, helping them to develop their unique talents and abilities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Planning and facilitating engaging play activities that promote learning and development
- Observing and assessing children's progress, maintaining accurate records, and sharing insights with parents and colleagues
- Ensuring the safety and well-being of children at all times, adhering to our client's policies and procedures
- Building positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and well-resourced play area
- Assisting with daily routines, such as meals, naps, and toileting
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Experience working with children in a similar setting
- A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A creative and resourceful approach to planning and delivering activities
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in early years education
Our client offers a competitive salary of £13.25 per hour, depending on experience, along with opportunities for training and career progression within their organisation. This part-time position is ideal for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
If you are a dedicated and passionate childcare professional who shares our client's commitment to providing high-quality care and education, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our client's team in Bicester and help shape the future of the children in our community.
Additional information:
- DBS check required
- First Aid certification preferred
- Part-time hours: 16-20 hours per week, with flexibility to cover shifts as needed -
- Term time - Breakfast and After School