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Play Worker

Thomas Deacon Education Trust • Part-time • Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England • £24,413 - £24,796 / year • 3d ago

Play Worker

Contract: Permanent, Part Time

Hours: 5 hours 50 mins, 38 weeks (term time only)

Working pattern: Monday – Friday 12.40pm – 1.50pm

Salary: Pathway 1, £3,211 - £3,261,(FTE £ 24,413 - £24,796) per annum

Site: Gladstone Primary Academy

Closing date: 10^th November 2025

Start date: ASAP

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.

Could your friendly and approachable nature help children feel supported and happy during lunchtime?

Do you enjoy working as part of a team to bring creativity and energy to children's play?

If so, they welcome you to apply for the Play Worker role at Gladstone Primary Academy!

Your role:

As a Play Worker at Gladstone Primary Academy, you will be an integral part of their play team, ensuring that every child has a meaningful and enjoyable lunchtime play experience. Your responsibilities will include facilitating a variety of play opportunities, from social and active to creative activities, in a safe and stimulating outdoor environment. You will work closely with the Play Coordinator and other team members to support children during lunchtime and ensure the play areas are safe and well-equipped. You will promote good eating and social skills, and contribute to the overall positive atmosphere of the school. Strong communication skills, reliability, and a friendly, approachable manner are essential. While previous experience in play work or working with children is desirable, it is not essential. A willingness to engage in professional development and adhere to the school’s safeguarding policies is required.

Fluency Duty: As this role involves direct interaction with the public, it is essential that the candidate meets the Fluency Duty requirements as outlined in the Immigration Act 2016. The successful candidate must demonstrate fluency in English to ensure effective communication with their staff, parents and pupils.

About them:

Gladstone Primary Academy is a multicultural school near the centre of Peterborough, spread across two sites with excellent facilities including a 4G pitch, learning centre, halls, and computer rooms. They are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Their play team plays a crucial role in ensuring that lunchtimes are a positive and enriching part of the school day. They value creativity, teamwork, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join them and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives.

Why work for them?:

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.”

At TDET, 95% of their new employees highly rate their induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of their dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to their 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!

Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference!

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Thomas Deacon Education Trust, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/143859/EDV-2025-GPA-21364

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, they are committed to equality of opportunity for all. They welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join them in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.