Playworker – Breakfast & Afterschool Club

About the role

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Playworker to join our Breakfast and Afterschool Club in Bromborough. The role starts in September and offers a supportive environment where you can make a real difference to children’s daily experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise children during the breakfast club (Monday‑Friday, 7:15‑8:30) and the after‑school club (Monday & Tuesday, 15:00‑18:00).
• Plan and deliver engaging, age‑appropriate activities that promote learning, play and social interaction.
• Support individual needs, encourage participation and foster confidence and independence.
• Apply positive behaviour strategies to manage challenging situations.
• Maintain a safe, clean and inclusive environment throughout the sessions.

Required profile

• Relevant childcare qualification or equivalent experience in schools, nurseries, youth clubs, sports coaching or community programmes.
• Proactive, enthusiastic and supportive attitude.
• Strong communication, patience and reliability.
• Genuine passion for children’s development and wellbeing.

Required skills

What we offer

• £200 per week (paid via PAYE).
• Holiday pay and pension scheme options.
• Access to free professional development training.
• £250 reward for successful colleague referrals.
• Inclusion in Hays recruitment database for future education and childcare opportunities.