Playworker - Penllwyn Primary School

Salary: 23,656 *

About the role
The Governing Body of the Federation of Ysgol Penrhyn-coch and Ysgol Penllwyn are looking for an enthusiastic, caring individual to support our after school provision.

Purpose of the job:

Assist in organising the after-school provision at Penllwyn Community School on a day-to-day basis, providing high standards of care and play opportunities for children between the ages of 4 and 11 in a safe and secure environment.

Main duties and responsibilities:

Providing after school provision:

• maintaining a safe and stimulating play environment and assisting with the development of opportunities that encourage children's social, physical, intellectual, creative and emotional development through play
• be responsible to the club supervisor and the Headteacher
• ensure that the provision offers a safe and exciting play environment
• assist with the planning, preparation and provision of activities that meet the individual development needs of children
• work face to face with the children who are registered with the club
• to supervise tea time refreshments for the children
• follow Safeguarding guidelines and procedures in accordance with Ysgol Penrhyn-coch and Ysgol Penllwyn Federalism policies and procedures
• carry out any other duties that will be seen to improve the work of the After School Club

A play leader qualification and the ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh would be desirable but not essential. The successful candidate will need to complete a level 1 safeguarding qualification.

Job Description and Person Specification

To have a discussion with the Headteacher, Ms Catryn Lawrence, call 01970 880277 or email: prif@penllwyn.creedigion.sch.uk

Shortlisting: 13 December 2024

Interviews: 18 December 2024 in the morning

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture
We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows:

• School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing:Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions
• Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
• Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training

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