Job Introduction
Role: Lunchtime Play Worker (G2:3)
Salary: £2,829.57 pa (Actual Salary)
Contract Type: Permanent (1 hour a day)
Appointment Type: Term time only, Monday to Friday, 12.20pm – 13.20pm
Start Date: September 2026
We are seeking a caring, flexible and enthusiastic person to join our friendly school team to support our pupils during their lunchtime. The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working with children. The role involves working as part of a team to carry out duties including:
• supporting children to learn new games
• helping children to be physically active at lunch time
• helping children to play safely
• administering first aid
In addition, it is essential you enjoy working with children, can demonstrate good teamwork skills and have a positive attitude.
Closing date for applications is midnight on Thursday 2nd July 2026
Interviews will take place once candidates have been shortlisted.
Application packs are available from the school office, the school website or via enquiries@manorleasinfant.org.
Manor Leas Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and medical clearance. We will undertake a basic online check for all shortlisted candidates. Written references will be taken up at shortlisting stage prior to interview.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
