Playworkers

Overview

We are recruiting for two Playworkers to support at this wonderful school.

Pay Scale: SCP 5 (£5,614 - £5,715 per annum actual) 10 hours per week - TTO. Fixed Term September 2025 start

Pay Scale: SCP 6 (£4562 - £4644 per annum actual) 8 hours per week - TTO. Fixed Term September 2025 start

Job Advert

We are looking for someone who is willing to work hard and as part of a team and for someone who will take pride in their work and our school.

Job Description & Person Specification

We are looking for someone who:

• Ideally has experience of working in a similar role.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Is able to work on their own initiative, prioritising day to day work.
• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is committed to our Catholic vision and ethos.

Effort Demands:

• Will supervise and engage children in safe, structured and stimulating play during lunchtimes and playtimes.
• Will work under the supervision of the senior lunchtime supervisor or senior staff but will be expected to use initiative and build positive relationships with children.

Responsibilities:

• Setting up play areas that encourage children to develop through play.
• Build strong relationships with children and respond to their needs.
• Lead games and supervise children.
• Encourage children to express themselves and talk about their worries.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and professionals.
• Make sure children are safe and secure.
• Deal with injuries and emergencies
• Support classes with Forest School

Salary & Benefits

 £4652 - £5715 per annum actual.

Location

Our Lady & St. Brendan's Catholic Primary School
Bank
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD10 0QA

Supporting documents

• • Playworker 1 - OLSB download_for_offline
    download_for_offlinePlayworker 1 - OLSB
  • Playworker 2 - OLSB download_for_offline
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  • CES - 3 Model Application Form - Support Staff download_for_offline
    download_for_offlineCES - 3 Model Application Form - Support Staff
  • CES - Equality Act 2010 Reasonable Adjustments Statement download_for_offline
    download_for_offlineCES - Equality Act 2010 Reasonable Adjustments Statement
  • CES - Note to Applicants download_for_offline
    download_for_offlineCES - Note to Applicants
  • CES - Recruitment Monitoring Form 20nov23 3 download_for_offline
    download_for_offlineCES - Recruitment Monitoring Form 20nov23 3
  • CES Consent to Obtain References download_for_offline
    download_for_offlineCES Consent to Obtain References

   

Deadline and how to apply

Visits to school are warmly welcomed to allow you to get a feel for the school, if you would like to visit, please email martyn.filson@olsb.bcwcat.co.uk. Applications must be completed on a CES application form which is available from the school office. CVs will not be considered.

Deadline: 28 July 2025

Interviews: August 2025.

Safeguarding

 The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the exceptions order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Appointments will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the receipt of satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks.

Equal Opportunities 

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is based on merit and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We strive to foster a work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.