Lunchtime Playworker

Cedar Road is now recruiting for three Lunchtime Playworker. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

The duties of a Lunchtime Playworker are to act as a member of the team, supervising pupils during the midday break and to sustain the welfare and safety of pupils during that break period, as directed by the senior midday supervisor/head-teacher. You are expected to keep matters concerning staff and children confidential, and to refer matters when necessary to the head-teacher.

• To ensure the smooth running of lunchtimes both inside lunch hall and outside on playgrounds/field.
• To check that playground rotas are being followed and adjusting rotas to cover for sickness absence and wet play
• To report any issues or concerns directly to the Headteacher/ Deputy Headteacher
• To ensure that all incidents at lunchtime are reported and dealt with according to the school’s behavior policy.
• To support with the smooth running of lunchtime
• To actively encourage play by leading the children in appropriate games during the lunch break
• To monitor behaviour and follow Cedar Road’s behaviour policy
• To organise and lead children in playground/field games and ensure good social skills, turn-taking, fair play

7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Permanent

About our Academy

Cedar Road Primary School is part of the David Ross Education Trust. We have over 400 pupils aged 4-11.

The school was judged by Ofsted in November 2017 to be good in all areas.

We have four school/Trust values that underpin all aspects of school life:

These are: Aspiration, Ambition, Courage and Respect

David Ross Education Trust schools create a rich and exciting learning environment that inspires pupils to become their confident, academic best.

We are committed to giving very child at Cedar Road Primary a world-class education. An education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Salary & Benefits

·        NJC 2, FTE £20,441 (pro rata £3,530.29 per annum)

·        Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

·        Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

·        Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

·        Rewards and Recognition Scheme

·        Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• Be flexible, self-motivated and organised
• Be enthusiastic, positive and friendly to children
• Be able to lead and play games
• Proven ability to make positive professional relationships with children
• Work well as part of a team
• Understanding of appropriate Early Years/Y1-6 activities
• Understanding of the rules of basic sports and playground games
• Experience of working with primary school children

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply here’  

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.