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Playworker

  • Location:

    City and District of St. Albans

  • Sector:

    Primary Support

  • Job type:

    Temporary (Long-Term Contract)

  • Salary:

    £12.21 - £13.69 per hour

  • Contact:

    Nathan Ziel

  • Contact email:

    nathan@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    NZ808_1773737211

  • Published:

    about 3 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-04-16

Playworker | St Albans | ASAP Start | £12.21-£13.69 per hour

Reeson Education is working with primary schools across St Albans and surrounding areas to find enthusiastic Playworkers for after school club provision on a casual, zero-hours basis. This Playworker role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and wants flexible shifts between 3pm-6pm that fit around other commitments.

The Role: As a Playworker, you'll be running fun, safe after school clubs for primary-aged children across different schools in the St Albans area. This Playworker position on a zero-hours contract allows you to choose when you work, giving you complete flexibility while creating exciting activities that help children unwind and socialize after the school day.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervising and engaging children during after school club sessions from 3pm-6pm
  • Planning and delivering creative play activities, games, sports, and crafts
  • Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in your care
  • Managing behaviour positively and promoting inclusive play
  • Communicating effectively with parents, carers, and school staff

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience working as a Playworker or in childcare/youth work
  • A creative, enthusiastic approach with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of child development and behaviour management strategies
  • Enhanced DBS check on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Flexibility to work across different schools on a casual basis
  • Desirable: Experience planning activities or qualifications in childcare/playwork

Why Join Reeson Education: Working as a Playworker with us on a zero-hours contract gives you the freedom to choose which shifts you work across St Albans and surrounding areas. With excellent transport connections throughout the region, this Playworker role offers both convenience and work-life balance.

Get in touch today to register as a casual Playworker with Reeson Education!

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%