Play Worker Before and After School Club

Stpeters Farnham; Farnham; On-site; GBP 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Farnham is looking for an enthusiastic Play Worker for their Before and After School Club. The successful candidate will work part-time, providing high-quality care for children aged 3 to 11 in a safe and stimulating environment. Responsibilities include maintaining play settings, preparing food, and supporting the school's Christian ethos. Applicants should be energetic, team-oriented, and committed to high standards. Training in first aid and safeguarding will be provided.

Benefits

Term time working

Generous pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Friendly supportive staff

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Energetic and committed to high standards of behavior.
• Willingness to prepare food for children.
• Supportive of the school’s Christian ethos.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality play and care before and after school hours.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating play environment.
• Encourage child-centered play for children aged 3 to 11.
• Carry out necessary cleaning duties.

Skills

Team collaboration

Creativity

Commitment to high standards

Food preparation

Job description

* Play Worker Before and After School ClubNEW# Play Worker Before and After School ClubEmployerLocation: Farnham, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £8,922 per year (£743 per month)Posted: 8th January 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 19th February 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1528369Job Reference: BASE Jan 2026Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1528369* Share :The Governors of our popular primary school are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic & dedicated Play Worker to work in our Before & After School Club, known as BASE.The successful candidate will work alongside existing staff to provide fantastic, high quality play and care provision, both before and after the school day. We are very lucky to have a well-resourced, dedicated building which contributes to our highly successful provision.All staff maintain a safe & stimulating play setting and encourage child centred play for children aged 3 to 11 years.At St Peter’s we have high expectations where everyone achieves and succeeds within a safe, inclusive Christian community. We promote independence, respect and empathy in our pupils.* Start Date: ASAP* Hours: 7:45am to 9am Tues, Wed, Thurs 2:45pm to 5:45pm Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs term time only (working 38 weeks per year)* Salary: £8,922 per year (£743 per month)We also have a vacancy for a midday supervisor working from 11:45am to 1:15pm on Mondays & Fridays. 3 hours per week, term time only, with a pro rata salary of £1,629 per year (£135 per month). Please let us know if you are interested in this position.First Aid, food hygiene and child protection/safeguarding training will be provided.**The successful candidate will:*** Work well and effectively as part of a team* Be a creative and excellent practitioner with energy, drive and commitment* Be dedicated to high standards of behaviour* Be willing to prepare food (breakfast/tea) for children if necessary* Carry out any necessary cleaning duties* Be supportive of the school’s Christian ethos* Work within an equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory framework and to be an advocate of all aspects of diversity within our school community**Benefits:*** Term time working* Generous pension scheme* Free on-site parking* Warm, friendly supportive staff team* Well-resourced environmentWe welcome all visits to our school, just call the school office to arrange a date.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:St Peter’s C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, reference checks and any other necessary employment checks.### St Peter's C of E (VA) Primary School