Afterschool Play Practitioner - Solihull, B93


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham, B93 0AN
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	21 Sept 2026
Closing date:	21 Oct 2026

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Summary

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 15:30pm to 18:00pm (2.5 hours per day)

Contract: Term-time only (38 weeks per year)

Contract End Date: 31st August 2027

Your new school

Hays Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and community-focused primary school in Solihull, B93. The school is known for its nurturing environment, strong values and commitment to providing children with a safe, engaging and inclusive experience both during and beyond the school day. The school is seeking a dedicated Afterschool Play Practitioner to join its wraparound care provision and support pupils in a fun and stimulating after-school setting.

Your new role

To promote child-initiated play and learning

To ensure the facility is ready for use (including the setting-up and clearing away of resources)

To establish and maintain positive relationships with children and their families in a way that values parental involvement

To safeguard children and adhere to and promote health & safety

To adhere to and promote all school policies

What you'll need to succeed

Experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare, or similar setting.

Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents/carers.

A patient, caring and enthusiastic approach.

Understanding of child development through play and learning.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Good organisational skills.

Basic First Aid knowledge (First Aid qualification desirable).

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What you'll get in return

The opportunity to work in a supportive and friendly school environment.

A rewarding role where you can make a positive impact on children's experiences outside the classroom.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Paid attendance at required training sessions.

Support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant throughout the recruitment process.

The chance to be part of a committed team focused on providing outstanding care for children.

What you need to do now

If you're passionate about supporting children and looking for a rewarding part-time role that fits around other commitments, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Hays Education.

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