Play Worker
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Position Overview & Specifications
Company description
An exciting opportunity to be part of shaping a brand new after school club
The charitable objects of WCC as set out in the constitution are:To advance the education of children through the provision of educational play and recreational activities. Especially to support the development of their social, emotional, physical and creative capabilities so that they will grow to full maturity as individual members of society.
To support parents and carers of children, who are in work or education by providing high quality, affordable education and childcare out of school hours. To support the development of children with special educational needs by providing support in an inclusive setting at low or no cost to their families.
Job description
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide safe, creative, appropriate play opportunities for the children and the safe delivery to parents and/or named carers. This will include providing refreshments and accommodating special dietary requirements.
2. Attend any necessary training programmes identified with the Co-ordinator – eg. First Aid.
3. Assist in maintaining equipment in a safe condition and ensuring that health and safety regulations are followed.
4. Administer first aid as appropriate
5. Carry out all responsibilities and activities within an equal opportunities framework
6. Work within Club’s policies and procedures and take guidance from regular staff.
Ability to provide and facilitate safe, creative play, plan activities and meet individual children’s needs
Good communication skills
Ability to work unsupervised using judgement and common sense and seeking guidance / clarification when necessary
Flexibility and adaptability at work
Enjoys working as part of a team
Willingness to work with all children regardless of ability
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 15 per week
Salary: From £8.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Childcare
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Staff take Covid lateral flow tests twice weekly. PPE provided
Experience:
- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Application deadline: 13/08/2021
Reference ID: WCC Play work
Expected start date: 24/04/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Play Worker roles across Walker Children's Club's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £9 - £9 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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