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Playworker

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Recruiting organisation: Goldsworth Primary School

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Woking

Salary
£6,836.23 Annually (Actual) FTE salary is £25,133
Applications close
11 September 2026

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Job details

Salary
£6,836.23 Annually (Actual) FTE salary is £25,133
Location
Woking
Applications close
11 September 2026

Job description

We are looking to appoint a well organised, enthusiastic and motivated playworker. The successful candidate will assist the team in the delivery of creative and appropriate play opportunities and provide general care and welfare for the children. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a passion to provide quality childcare and is able to manage activities. The working hours for this role are Monday to Thursday, 3.00pm to 6.00pm. The successful candidate must demonstrate the following: A passion and enthusiasm to work with children A positive, patient, and nurturing approach towards children Be confident, able to work one to one and deal with challenging situations A desire and ability to contribute fully to school life and work effectively as part of a team Have high expectations of self and others Forward thinking and dynamic Possess excellent interpersonal skills We can offer you: Experienced, supportive senior leadership team Clear pathways for personal development High quality training within the school and externally A friendly outstanding team with a strong ethos of working together to continually improve Excellent team of experienced support staff that assist in supporting the children’s learning Fantastic children who have a love of learning and excellent behaviour Supportive Governors and parents/carers Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Access to an Employee Assistance Programme A Cycle to Work Scheme Applications should be made using the online Application Form (CVs will not be accepted). Please note that all applications will be considered upon receipt and for an exceptional candidate an appointment may be made before the closing date. Therefore, it is recommended that if you wish to apply for this position, you do so as soon as possible. Goldsworth Primary School is part of The SWAN Trust, a multi-academy trust which incorporates 10 schools within the Woking area. The schools work closely together and aim to support each other through purposeful collaboration that enhances educational opportunities and supports improvements in the quality of learning for all our children. All schools within The SWAN Trust warmly welcome children, families, governors, and staff from diverse backgrounds within the Woking community. The schools within The Trust aim to ensure that every child feels safe and happy in school creating a culture where they can grow and develop.

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Job reference
playworker-goldsworth-primary-school
Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
School employer
Posted by the original source
4 September 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
6 September 2026

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