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Play Leader

Direct from school

Recruiting organisation: Phoenix Primary School

Chatham

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Job details

Location
Chatham
Employer type
Direct from school
Posted by the original source
29 July 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
11 August 2026
Applications close
14 August 2026

Job description

We are seeking a passionate team member to help ensure that every child enjoys a meaningful lunchtime play experience each day! As part of our team, you will contribute to creating a safe and stimulating outdoor environment, offering social, active, and creative play opportunities for all children. The play team is also responsible for ensuring that all our children have a pleasant eating experience at lunch time, whilst maximising the time they can spend outside playing. You will support all our children as they visit the dining hall. The successful applicant will share the school’s passion in supporting our children and their families through so much more than their educational journey. The role will be on a casual basis, required as and when by the school. In return we offer: A comprehensive induction programme. Growing well-being team with Mental Health Lead supporting children and staff Holiday Pay A Healthy Work-Life Balance and a committed SLT A happy and caring community. Care First employee assistance programme Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Cycle to work scheme For further details on this role and to apply please visit the school’s careers page Our Vacancies | Phoenix Primary School Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. For further information and to arrange a school visit, please contact Jo Penn on 01634 829009 or via email jpenn@phoenixprimary.com We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications. Safeguarding Commitment Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory "Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check". Equality & Inclusivity Statement At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.

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Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)

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