Play Team Member/lunchtime supervisor

At St Oswald's CofE Academy we are looking for two friendly, dedicated, and caring individuals to join our lunchtime/play team. We are committed to providing a high-quality, safe, and nurturing environment for our pupils. St Oswald's CofE Academy is a growing average-sized primary school situated in the village location of Finningley, South Yorkshire. We are rated by OFSTED as a ‘good’ school. We are a Church of England school, with our motto ‘Love your neighbour’ being a key feature of the school. Our site has lots of resources, including a forest school area, sandpit, a large field and playground, and much more!

The Role

Supervision: Monitor children in the playground or school field during lunchtime to ensure their safety and well-being. Activity Planning: Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and creative indoor/outdoor play activities suitable for various ages. Engagement: Promote positive play, social interaction, and inclusivity among students. Safety & Welfare: Ensure all areas are safe, manage equipment, and offer support to children, including those with additional needs. Liaison: Work effectively with the wider team and report any concerns to the Play Coordinator or senior staff. About You Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting is desirable. A passion for play, creativity, and encouraging active, fun playtimes. Patient, caring, and able to build positive relationships with children. Strong communication skills are essential.

We Offer

A welcoming and supportive school community. Friendly, supportive colleagues who are motivated to develop our school and work well together Training opportunities and professional development. Happy, friendly children who are keen to learn and develop our school An SLT team who prioritises wellbeing of staff as well as pupils A well-resourced school and grounds Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact admin@soa.dsat.education to arrange to come and find out more!