What this pays
Actual pay
£11,375 Actual
The annual salary this post-holder actually receives, after the contracted hours and working weeks are taken into account.
Full-time equivalent
£25,185–£25,583 FTE
The annual salary a full-time post-holder would receive. Part-time or term-time post-holders normally receive less than this figure.
NJC Scale 2 points 4 to 5 – pay award pending.
As advertised: “£25,185.00 - £25,583.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Scale 2 points 4 to 5 – pay award pending. Actual salary £11,375.14 per annum on point 5.”
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About the role
PLAY WORKER
Salary: NJC Scale 2 points 4 to 5 (£25,185 to £25,583 per annum FTE - pay award pending). Actual salary £11,375.14 per annum on point 5.
Contract: Permanent. 19.75 hours per week. 07.00 to 08.45 Monday to Friday and 15.15 to 18.00 Monday to Thursday. Term time plus 2 training days in September and October (38.4 weeks per year).
Start date: As soon as possible
Place of work: Gamlingay Village Primary, Gamlingay, Bedfordshire
Do you enjoy working with children and helping them have fun, feel safe and thrive?
Are you enthusiastic, caring and full of energy? Do you believe that the best childcare provision combines warmth, nurture, creativity and strong relationships? If so, we would love to hear from you.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Playworker to join our fantastic wraparound provision, Roosters. This is a wonderful opportunity to become part of a caring and committed team that provides high-quality before and after-school care for our children.
At Roosters, we pride ourselves on creating a safe, happy and engaging environment where children can relax, play, make friends and develop confidence beyond the school day.
About Our School
Our children are fabulous, full of character and at the heart of everything we do. We are a school on a rapid improvement journey, united by our core values:
Respect Aspire Grow
These values underpin all aspects of school life and are central to the caring relationships we build with our children, families and staff.
About Roosters
Roosters is a valued part of our school community, providing a welcoming and nurturing environment before and after the school day. We believe children should feel happy, safe and excited to attend, with opportunities to play, create, explore and build friendships.
The Role
As a Playworker, you will:
Provide high-quality care and supervision for children attending Roosters
Create a fun, safe and engaging environment where children can thrive
Organise and lead a range of activities including games, crafts, sports and outdoor play
Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
Encourage positive behaviour and support children's wellbeing
Work collaboratively with the wider Roosters team and school staff
Ensure children remain safe, happy and fully engaged throughout sessions
Promote our values of Respect, Aspire and Grow in all interactions
We're Looking For Someone Who:
Loves working with children and making a positive difference
Is warm, caring and enthusiastic
Enjoys playing, creating and engaging with children
Builds strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
Is reliable, responsible and flexible
Works well as part of a team
Has a positive and can-do attitude
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Shares our school values and commitment to providing the very best experiences for children
Why Join Us?
Fabulous children who make every day rewarding
A friendly and supportive team
A welcoming school community
Opportunities for training and development
A role where you can genuinely make a difference
The chance to be part of a school firmly rooted in Respect, Aspire and Grow
If you are passionate about children, enjoy working as part of a team and want to help create memorable experiences for our pupils, we would be delighted to receive your application.
For further details on the school please visit our website Welcome to Gamlingay Village Primary - Gamlingay Village Primary
Where this vacancy came from
- Job reference
- play-worker-gamlingay-village-primary
- Original source
- Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
- Employer type
- School employer
- Posted by the original source
- 18 September 2026
- Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
- 19 September 2026
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