Stockport Council
Playworker
Playworker at Stockport Council, based in Stockport, North West, paying £10,362 per annum. This is a part-time role.
- Pay
- £10,362 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Part-time · On site
- Location
- Stockport, North West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Social Care & Childcare
- DBS check
75% below the typical rate for social care & childcare
Reference 12640
About the role
Broadstone Hall Primary School
Broadstone Hall Road,
Heaton Chapel,
Stockport,
SK4 5JD
[phone removed]
Job Title: Playworker, Breakfast Club & After School Club
Salary: Scale 2 point 3 £10,362 pro rata actual salary
Hours: 17.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Term Time Monday to Friday 2.30pm-6.00pm
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: 13th November 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Start Date: As soon as possible
Due the increasing popularity of our Afterschool Club, the Headteacher and Governors are looking for a part time playworker. Are you passionate about creating a fun, safe, and imaginative
environment for children from Nursery to Year 6. We are looking for a dedicated Playworker to inspire and engage our children in a wide range of activities both inside and outside.
As a Playworker, you will:
• Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development through play
• Plan and facilitate a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, from arts and crafts
• to team sports
• Foster a welcoming environment where every child feels heard, valued, and included
• Supervise breakfast/snack times and help with preparation
• Liaise with parents, school staff, and other Playworkers to ensure smooth daily operations
Key Responsibilities
• Create, set up, and clear away stimulating play activities
• Observe children’s interests and adapt sessions to their needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and cooperative play
• Maintain accurate attendance records and complete brief incident reports
• Uphold health, safety, and safeguarding policies at all times
The Playworker role is Part time and Term Time only for 17.5 hours per week - The role will be
5 Days 2:30pm – 6:00pm Monday to Friday
Please send applications to: [email removed]
• Applications close on Friday 13th November 2026
• Interviews: TBC
• Start date will be as soon as possible.
For more details about the role please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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Reference: 12640 · Posted 6 days ago · Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Listed via Stockport Council
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