What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a dedicated playworker to join our after school club team. The successful candidate will be required to contribute to the development of a positive approach to play and to organise and take part in activities with children after school. They will enjoy working with children and have a positive and caring attitude, be reliable and punctual, efficient and flexible and a committed team player who is able to work co-operatively with colleagues.
What the school offers its staff
In return we offer the successful applicant an opportunity to be part of a friendly and happy school with a committed and supportive team of staff and children. Our staff are positive about the role they play in the lives of the children at Killinghall CE Primary School and support each other to ensure that we offer our children the very best experiences every day. We are a growing school and are committed to offering wraparound care that is fun, enjoyable time for all – we are looking for people to join the quest to ensure that children can access a range of activities that encourage curiosity, physical and social development.
Together we are prepared to give whatever it takes to ensure that all children become the best versions of themselves. We want our new member of staff to share and contribute to the strong team ethos at our school.
Further details about the role
Killinghall CE Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory DSB enhanced disclosure certificate. Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Mrs Thompson or Mrs Benson in our school office, to arrange a visit on 01423 506307.
Applications form should be forwarded to admin@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk
This is initially a fixed term post until July 2025.
Closing date for applications: 31 March 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.