Wraparound Care Assistant

Shorefields; Duckend Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school is looking for a part-time Wraparound Care Playworker to support children aged 4-11 during school hours. Responsibilities include welcoming children, engaging them in activities, and upholding high standards of care. This role provides opportunities for training and discounted childcare. The pay scale is £10.00 - £13.00 per hour, and positions may involve practical interviews and safer recruitment checks.

Benefits

Discounted childcare

Training and development

Supportive team

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and ready to learn.
• Understanding of Ofsted requirements is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome children into a safe and friendly environment.
• Lead simple activities that keep children active and engaged.
• Support healthy routines such as snacks and calm-down time.

Skills

Confidence working with children aged 4 to 11

Clear communication

Ability to stay calm and organised

Team mindset

Education

Experience in childcare or education

Job description

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Position Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Part-time
Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 31/01/2026 Midnight
Date of Interviews: 18th December 2025

Wraparound Care Playworker (Part Time)

You enjoy supporting children and bringing energy, patience, and a positive approach to each session. You want a role where you can make a difference before and after the school day. We're looking for someone like you to join our wraparound team in a local primary school.

• Welcome children into a safe and friendly environment
• Lead simple activities that keep children active and engaged
• Support healthy routines such as snacks, play, and calm-down time
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and school staff
• Follow safeguarding procedures and uphold high standards of care
• Work closely with the setting lead to keep each session running smoothly

What you bring

• Confidence working with children aged 4 to 11
• Clear communication and a supportive attitude
• Ability to stay calm and organised during busy periods
• A team mindset and willingness to help where needed
• Experience in childcare or education is helpful but not essential
• Understanding of Ofsted requirements is a bonus

Ask yourself: Do you enjoy being active? Can you connect with children quickly? Are you reliable and ready to learn?

What you get

• Discounted childcare at our wraparound settings
• Training and development to build your skills
• A supportive team that values your input
• Uniform provided
• Opportunities to work extra hours during some school holidays

Hours and location

• Part time, Monday to Friday
• Morning and/or afternoon shifts available 7:30 - 8:35 and 15:00 to 18:00
• Term-time with optional holiday work
• Based in one of our Essex primary school settings. We have schools in Chelmsford, Colchester and Braintree.

Next steps

• Stage 1: Short telephone call
• Stage 2: Practical face to face interview at the desired setting
• The successful candidates receive a phone offer followed by written confirmation.

Pay scale is £10.00 - £13.00 per hour.

All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks. If you want to support children at the start and end of their school day, we'd like to hear from you.

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.

Chris Michaelides
Capel Road
Rayne, Braintree
Essex, CM77 6BZ
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