Wrap Around Playworker

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Playworker to join the team at Whyteleafe Primary on a part time permanent basis. This rewarding role involves supporting our before and after school provision. We are ideally seeking someone who can cover five morning sessions (07:30-08:30 Mon to Fri) and some afternoon sessions ((15:00-18:00 Mon Tues & Fri). If youre passionate about working with children and creating a fun safe and engaging environment wed love to hear from you.

Your Opportunity

The before and after School Club at Whyteleafe Primary School provides quality childcare for children. The successful candidate will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day-to-day school life and be a strong team player.

This is a great opportunity for a valued member of the local community. Whether you are looking for a job to fit in with your college or family commitments or maybe even early retirement this great part time position could be the perfect job for you.

What we are looking for

• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
• Have an interest in the play needs of children
• Be able to participate in a variety of activities including arts and crafts cooking and other indoor and outdoor games.
• Be proactive using their own initiative to differentiate activities to ensure full inclusion for all abilities and ages.
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour and circumstances
• Be enthusiastic and motivated and committed to working as part of a team

Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.

About Whyteleafe Primary School

Our School sits within an established clusterof Primary schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with WhyteleafePrimary School our cluster includes the following other schools; Chestnut ParkPrimary School Warlingham Village Primary School Marden Lodge Primary Schooland Hillcroft Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise andexperience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2000 colleagues and over 17000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offerwhich allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Associate 1 - 22918.66

Actual Salary: 7471.03

Hours: 14hrs per week (term time only)

Closing Date: 16 Oct 2025