Lunchtime Play Leader — OPAL Play & Safety Champion

Woodlands; Great Chart; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Great Chart is seeking an enthusiastic Lunchtime Play Leader to support children's safety and wellbeing during the play period. Responsibilities include supervising play activities, managing behaviour, and establishing a rapport with children. The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to behaviour management. This is a fixed-term position with a pay rate of £12.71 per hour, starting on 23 January 2026. Applications are open until 9 January.

Qualifications

• Must establish good professional relationships with children.
• Ability to manage behaviour positively.
• Willingness to be trained as a First Aider.

Responsibilities

• Support children during lunchtime play.
• Initiate and supervise play activities.
• Patrol play areas and ensure children's safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

Play activity supervision

Education

First Aid Qualification

Job description

A local educational institution in Great Chart is seeking an enthusiastic Lunchtime Play Leader to support children's safety and wellbeing during the play period. Responsibilities include supervising play activities, managing behaviour, and establishing a rapport with children. The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to behaviour management. This is a fixed-term position with a pay rate of £12.71 per hour, starting on 23 January 2026. Applications are open until 9 January.