Play Leader Vacancy

Shorefields; Bowers Gifford; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

A local Academy in Bowers Gifford is seeking a dedicated individual to join their lunch time team. This part-time role offers 6.25 hours per week during term time, with a focus on engaging children during lunchtime activities. Applicants should demonstrate strong organizational skills and a commitment to the ethos of a Church school. The position is permanent and comes with competitive pay, reflecting the dedication and responsibilities involved.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

Caring school environment

Qualifications

• Must encourage pupil engagement in outdoor activities.
• Should arrange practical activities for various ages.
• Must strive to improve their practice.
• Should be committed to a Church school ethos.

Responsibilities

• Join a friendly lunch time team as soon as possible.
• Work from 11:50am to 1:05pm Monday to Friday.
• Support children during their lunch period.

Skills

Energetic and proactive

Strong organizational skills

High expectations

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

St Margaret's Church of England Academy is using its own application form, please click the button below to download and view it as Essex School Jobs cannot automatically fill out an application form that has been created by a school. You will need to download the application form before you are able to complete it.

Job Ref No. ECC3401-101 Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 2, Points 3 -4

Position Start Date: 26/01/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 12/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Week Commencing 19th January 2026

St Margaret's CofE Academy is looking for a dedicated, friendly and caring individual to join our lunch time team as soon as possible. This is a fantastic opportunity in a great location to serve a community of enthusiastic children.

6.25 hours per week. Fixed term,

11:50am to 1:05pm Monday to Friday

38 working weeks per year (term time only, excluding non-pupil days)

Pay Scale 2. The full time pay range for this band is £21,525 to £25,914 per year.

Pro Rata £3,597.17 - £3,652.00 per year

Employees are paid monthly in twelve equal payments.

We are a friendly school in Bowers Gifford, Essex and are part of the Diocese of Chelmsford Vine Schools Trust. The Vine Schools Trust is a growing academy Trust currently serving twenty-one schools across the Diocese.

St Margaret's CofE Academy was rated by Ofsted as Good in September 2024 and an Excellent Church School by SIAMS in May 2023.

There is a strong Christian ethos at St Margaret's and we always strive for success. We place great emphasis on high expectations of work and behaviour. We value positive relationships and caring attitudes between all members of the school community. Our academy is driven by our strong Christian Vision and our Values of love, friendship, wisdom, respect, courage and perseverance; this vision and these values guide everything we do.

The successful candidate should:

• Be energetic and proactive, encouraging pupil engagement in outdoor activities;
• Have strong organisational skills, to arrange practical activities for a range of ages;
• Have ambition, enthusiasm and the desire to make a difference;
• Have high expectations of what can be achieved with outstanding practice;
• Constantly strive to improve their own practice and that of others;
• Believe in helping all children be the very best they can be;
• Work well as part of a team;
• Be committed to the ethos and aims of a Church school;
• Be adaptable and willing to support all aspects of lunchtime provision

In return we can offer:

• A caring, friendly, Christian ethos that aims to develop everyone to their full potential and where every person is valued;
• A school with high aspirations and a strong commitment to professional development;
• Highly motivated children and a supportive staff team;
• SLT and Governors with a clear vision for the future;

We can offer a friendly and warm environment in a school that celebrates each and every member of their community.

Please email any questions or your completed application form to [e-mail]. If you would like to arrange a visit to the school please call our office on 01268 552176.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification, job description, and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the School

At St Margaret’s C of E Academy, Part of the Diocese of Chelmsford Vine Schools Trust, we welcome children, their parents and families into a warm, friendly and hardworking environment where our Christian Values are the heart of all we do.

At St Margaret’s we celebrate the uniqueness of every child of God in our Christian community and encourage them in all we do, preparing them for life’s journey.

Our Outstanding SIAMS inspection in November 2015 stated that our Christian Values are ‘rooted in the very fabric of the school.’

We hope that our website provides a sense of our values, and the aspirations we have for the pupils in our care. Please explore further to learn more about our school or contact us to arrange a visit.

‘God’s word is a lamp to our feet and a light for our path’ Inspired by Psalm 119:105

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Documents

Please be aware that some uploaded documents may require special software such as Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat Reader to view.

Clare Marshall
St Margaret's Church of England Academy
London Road, Bowers Gifford
Essex, SS13 2DU Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Wraparound Playleader

Essex Professional Coaching, Colchester Closing: 31/12/2025 Midnight

Wraparound Care Assistant

CMXSC at Rayne Primary School, Braintree Closing: 31/01/2026 Midnight