Playleader

Play Leader (Lunchtime) Required from 1st September 2026 12.5 hours per week (term time only) Grade D, Point 7-12 (£26,403- £28,598 FTE) £7,672 - £8,309 (Actual Salary) Pear Tree Community Junior School is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Play Leader to support high-quality play and positive experiences for pupils during lunchtime. This is a key role in helping to create a safe, engaging and inclusive environment where all children can enjoy and benefit from meaningful play. Why Pear Tree? At Pear Tree, our values are simple but important: Trust. Care. Grow. We trust each other to do what’s right, care for each other, and grow together as learners and professionals. Children are supported to become confident, curious and kind individuals Staff are valued, developed and supported A strong culture of teamwork, collaboration and professional development About the Role As Play Leader, you will: Organise and supervise a range of high-quality play activities for pupils during lunchtime Support and facilitate child-initiated play in line with the school’s play policy and OPAL principles Help develop and sustain a vibrant lunchtime ‘Play Team’ Ensure a safe, inclusive and stimulating outdoor environment for all children Set up and manage play equipment, including putting out and packing away resources Promote positive behaviour, inclusion and engagement for all pupils Support pupils’ wellbeing, social interaction and enjoyment of play Provide first aid where required (training can be provided) We are looking for someone who: Enjoys working with children and understands the importance of play in development Has experience of supervising or working with children (desirable) Can build positive relationships and communicate effectively with pupils and staff Is proactive, organised and able to work both independently and as part of a team Can manage behaviour positively and consistently Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Is willing to undertake relevant training, including first aid In return we offer: A welcoming and supportive school community A motivated and professional staff team Training and development opportunities, including OPAL play development A positive and inclusive school environment Opportunities to contribute to whole-school improvement Visits to our school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment. How to apply   Equality and diversity matters to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and as such anyone who is registered disabled and meets the essential person specification criteria will be shortlisted for interview.   Please complete the online application form which