Play Leader

The Role

Stockingford Primary is at an exciting stage of its journey as in September it will be joining the Inspire Education Multi Academy Trust; currently a MAT of four Coventry Primary Schools. 
We are seeking to appoint a member of staff to join our school to support our vision for high quality Extended Schools Provision in our new Before and After School Care Club.

This is an exciting opportunity for a successful applicant who will be part of our school team in ensuring that our children are stimulated through play in a safe and friendly environment. You will deliver our exciting programme of activities and will be the person that our children can’t wait to see at the beginning and the end of the school day!

• We can offer you: 
• Full support in your role from the Schools Governing Body, Senior Leadership Team and staff 
• A well-equipped school with excellent facilities. 
• CPD opportunities to support you in your role 
• Well behaved children who love to play and enjoy their Before and After School Club

It is essential that the post holder holds a relevant qualification either NNEB, NVQ in Child Care/Play Work or equivalent.

22.5 Hours per Week

An initial actual salary of £9,745.33 - £9,940.29, with potential to rise to a full time, all year round salary of £18,795 - £19,171

Key Requirements

• Understanding of good quality childcare. 
• Knowledge of how children play and its relevance to child development. 
• Knowledge of a range of activities to promote social/emotional and intellectual development of school aged children. 
• Knowledge of suitable activities and play opportunities related to a child's age, abilities and needs. 
• A commitment to equal opportunities and an understanding of their application in childcare. 
• A commitment to equal opportunities and an understanding of their application in childcare. 
• Understanding of the Children's Act and Guidelines. 
• Awareness and understanding of Child Protection. 
• Knowledge of Health and Safety issues. 
• Understanding of the boundaries of confidentiality
• Able to plan, provide and facilitate safe and creative play. 
• Able to provide children stimulating activities for school aged 
• Ensure there are activities a variety of opportunities for children's 
• Able to provide care and comfort to children, ensuring they feel secure. 
• Be sensitive to the needs of children, recognising particular needs with regard to gender, ethnic origin and disability. 
• Be aware of and able to meet the social and emotional needs of school-aged children on an individual basis and in a group setting. 
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels. 
• Able to liaise with professional workers in connection with work issues. 
• Ability to relate easily and quickly to parents and children. 
• Ability to build positive relationships with adults and children. 
• Punctual and able to fulfil duties in a responsible manner. 
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Able to work effectively as a member of a team. 
• Able to lead and effectively manage a team. 
• Ability to use judgement and common sense. 
• Ability to handle situations calmly and effectively. 
• Effective organisational skills. 
• Able to keep records and produce regular project reports. 
• Able to maintain accounts and inventories. 
• Willing to undertake further training.

Additional Information & How to Apply

Stockingford Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Application forms to be returned by email for the attention of Denise Barnes at barnes.d4@welearn365.com

Closing date for applications: Monday, 8 July 2019 at 09:00 
Interviews: To be confirmed