After School Club Playworker - Northwood HA6

Make a Difference After the School Day
Do you enjoy working with children and creating fun, engaging experiences?
We're looking for an enthusiastic and caring Playworker / Activity Leader to join our After School Club team at Eastbury Farm Primary School. This is a fantastic opportunity to help create a safe, welcoming, and exciting environment where children can learn, play, and develop through a variety of activities including sports, games, arts & crafts, and structured play. No two days are the same, and every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact.

At Junior Adventures Group, we're passionate about delivering high-quality childcare that supports children's development through play and enrichment. As a Playworker, you'll help deliver engaging activities, encourage participation, and create a fun, inclusive environment where every child feels safe, supported, and valued. This role is ideal for someone who is energetic, creative, and passionate about working with children.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging activities including sports, games, arts & crafts, and structured play; Create a fun, inclusive, and safe environment for children; Support children during arrivals, activities, and collection times; Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and company procedures at all times; Ensure all sign-in and sign-out procedures are completed correctly; Prepare and provide refreshments while maintaining high hygiene standards; Assist with setting up and packing away equipment and activity areas; Complete accident, incident, and activity records where required; Communicate professionally with children, parents, colleagues, and school staff; Promote positive behaviour and encourage participation and engagement

Requirements

A positive, enthusiastic, and proactive attitude; Strong communication and teamwork skills; Reliable, responsible, and able to follow procedures; Ability to create a fun and safe environment for children; Energy, creativity, and a genuine passion for childcare and playwork; Completion of the application form as part of safer recruitment process; Provision of two references including most recent employer; Undergo an Enhanced DBS check; Provision of appropriate documentation for vetting

Nice to have

Previous experience working with children (desirable); Experience as a Playworker; Childcare Assistant; Activity Leader; Teaching Assistant; Sports Coach; Youth Worker

Benefits

Holiday pay; No weekend working; Family-friendly working hours; Paid training and ongoing professional development; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured; Discounted wraparound care and holiday clubs (where applicable); Refer-a-friend rewards; A supportive, welcoming, and fun team environment