Ref: 000593 Before & After School Club Casual Play Worker Required to start as soon as possible About Us: At Thornham St James, we are a happy, welcoming, and successful school, and we are proud of our achievements. We boast a history of educational excellence, based on firmly embedded Christian Values, lived out by every member of our community. Our pupils always come first. We recognise that our children are made in the image of God, possessing unique gifts and qualities, and as a community, we are respectful of each other s differences and are thankful for the special role each individual plays in our community. We actively look to celebrate the successes and achievements of all; we help all recognise, develop and appreciate everyone s gifts so that they may let their light shine About The Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic play worker with a NVQ level 3, a willingness to work towards this qualification, in childcare or equivalent qualification to join our well-established team. This role will involve supporting children in the Before and After school club, supervising and joining in their play. As we are currently in the early stages of establishing this provision, this position will be offered as a casual contract. The successful candidates will: Demonstrate a commitment to our school ethos and values Have a passion for promoting and supporting children s learning and wellbeing Be able to support the learning and wellbeing of children of different ages across school as required Be able to relate well to both children and adults and be able to work well in a team Duties will include providing snacks and drinks for children, liaising with parents and joining in with children s play. This is an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic school and to be part of its future developments. Grade: 1 Level A - 12.38 per hour Working Hours: Casual Breakfast Club Monday Friday 7.30am to 9am After School Club: Monday to Friday. 3.30pm to 6.00pm Term time only Contract: Casual Based at: Thornham St. James C.E (Controlled) Primary School, Castleton Road, Royton, Oldham OL2 6XT Closing Date: Thursday 27th March 2025 Midnight Interview Date: Monday 3rd March 2025 The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and pre-employment check and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. The headteacher welcomes candidates who wish to visit our school to contact the school office infostjamesthornham.oldham.sch.uk or 0161 653 1578 to arrange a visit. Job application packs are available to download at www.oldham.gov.uk. Applicants should demonstrate how they meet the criteria in the person specification in their supporting statement. Only accurate and fully completed applications will be considered. Supporting statements should be no longer than 2 sides of A4. Completed application forms should be returned to headstjamesthornham.oldham.sch.uk