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Play Worker

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 13.69 - 16 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Chelmsford

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

Play Worker – Across Essex

Are you enthusiastic, creative, and passionate about working with children? We are currently seeking a dedicated Play Worker to join a friendly and supportive setting in Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys creating fun, engaging environments where children can learn, play, and thrive.

The ideal candidate will be energetic, reliable, and committed to providing a safe and stimulating experience for children of all ages.

Working Hours:
 Flexible working hours

Salary:
£13.69 per hour 

Role & Responsibilities
 As a Play Worker, you will:

Plan and deliver fun, inclusive, and age-appropriate activities
Supervise and engage children during play sessions
Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment
Encourage creativity, teamwork, and positive behaviour
Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
Ensure health and safety policies are followed at all times
Support children’s social and emotional development
Requirements & Qualifications
 To be considered for this role, you should:

Have experience working with children (e.g. in schools, clubs, or childcare settings)
Be enthusiastic, patient, and approachable
Have strong communication and teamwork skills
Be reliable and flexible
Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check
A relevant childcare qualification is desirable but not essential
About the Role
 This position is ideal for someone looking to gain experience in childcare or education, or for an experienced Play Worker seeking a new opportunity in a supportive environment.

In return, you can expect:

A supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunities for training and development
Competitive rates of pay
Flexible working options (where applicable)
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on children’s experiences through play, we would love to hear from you.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services

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