Out of School Club Playworker
Salary £ 12.71 - £13.15 dependent on qualifications and experience.
Bicknacre, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 4EX
Vacancy listed 22/07/2026
Application deadline 31/12/2026
Details
“In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun.” Mary Poppins

Jesters popular, long standing Out of School setting in Bicknacre is looking for a Part Time Playworker all year round for 3-4 Before and After School Club days per week, plus School Holiday Club. People who can bring the fun, awe, wonder, and make magical memories for our children. 

YOU MUST HOLD A FULL DRIVING LICENCE AND HAVE OWN CAR for taking and collecting children from our local schools and bringing them to the club.

We offer children from 4-12yrs from numerous local schools a diverse range of activities in a social environment. Healthy meals and support are all part of our Breakfast and After School Club service.

"Here at Jesters we strive to offer the very best service, to be an exemplar place of learning through play, the ‘go to place’ for exceptional childcare. Therefore we only recruit people who excite us, have passion and stamina." Alison Doherty, Jesters Managing Director

Job overview:
To create a safe, fun and welcoming play environment for all children aged 4 - 12 years old. To ensure the delivery of the highest quality Out of School Childcare service, achieving consistent standards of welfare, play and education to all the children in Jesters care.

Key accountabilities:
  • Ensure that all children attending Jesters receive rich, stimulating and fun play experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development in a safe, clean and inviting environment.
  • To develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and carers.
  • To ensure that safeguarding, Health and Safety, and GDPR are at the forefront of all working practices.
  • To be an advocate and champion for Jesters, and deliver play that enhances Jesters reputation for supporting equality, diversity and sustainability.
  • To ensure high standards of health, hygiene and infection control measures are actively maintained.
  • To be an active team player and maintain excellent working relationships to facilitate the best experience for the children on site.
  • To be a positive role model for children of all backgrounds.

“There’s nowhere to go but up.” Mary Poppins
Careers soar at Jesters – spread your wings today!

APPLICATION DECLARATION*
Any of the above particulars may be subject to verification. I understand that any false, inaccurate or incomplete information could result in dismissal, disciplinary action or withdrawal of any offer of employment. 

I declare that the information given on this is, to the best of my knowledge, correct and complete and can be treated as part of any subsequent contract of employment. 

I understand that the early years setting may process, by means of a computer database or otherwise, any information which I provide to it, for the purpose of employment with the setting. 

If applicable, I ensure I will bring my VISA share code to the interview to enable Jesters to verify my VISA status.
Benefits

Jesters Childcare are an aspirational childcare
service, ‘building futures’ not only for every child in our care, but for our dedicated employees too...

• Flexible working, Compressed hours, Shift swaps
• 50% childcare discount from start date
• Management pathways to further career
(PLUS salary uplift on successful completion)
• Apprenticeship opportunities
(PLUS salary uplift on successful completion)
• Referral incentive of £250 (T&Cs apply)
• Long service rewards, from 5 years
• Good staff retention
• Social events - Christmas party
• Surprise treats, Staff room snacks & treats
• Bathroom care items
• Occupational Health support
• Termly paid Inset day training/teambuilding
• Warm, supportive ‘Jesters Family’

Notes

Jesters BICKNACRE Out of School Club, Monday - Wednesday/Thursday ALL YEAR ROUND.

PLEASE NOTE That unfortunately, this role does not meet the government's requirements for a Skilled Worker VISA, so we are unable to offer sponsorship.

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