About Us:

Hillside Primary and Nursery School are looking to appoint a Playworker to be part of our Twilight team that provides before and after school care for our children. You would be joining an exceptional and supportive team of professionals, who are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and our mission to make every day count for the children. Each of our individual roles has an impact on the future of our children and so, we put them at the heart of the decisions we make and the services we provide.

Hillside Primary and Nursery School is a two-form entry school situated in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire. There are approximately 470 pupils on role. We pride ourselves on our welcoming atmosphere, nurturing ethos and we value everyone. We encourage creativity and innovation, and we ensure all ideas are valued. Working as part of a supportive team with a sense of community spirit ensures our children receive the best possible education. This is encapsulated in our Hillside Habits of be kind, be ready, be wise. 

About Flying High: 

Flying High Partnership is a thriving multi-academy trust of 35 primary schools across Derbyshire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire. We are driven by a shared vision to be unique, exceptional, and sustainable. Founded in 2012, we believe in the power of meaningful collaboration to help schools reach their full potential while supporting others along the way.

Our Partnership celebrates individuality, champions continuous improvement, and ensures every child thrives. With a strong focus on school-led professional development and leadership, we’re committed to growing exceptional teachers and inspirational leaders.

Together, we make every day count.

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Wrap Around Care Assistant to join our team. You will deliver high-quality and varied activities within a safe and nurturing wraparound care setting (e.g., Breakfast or After-school provision). You will play a key role in supporting children’s physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development while maintaining a positive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in a safe and inclusive wraparound care setting.
• Supervise children during sessions, promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Prepare and serve healthy snacks, considering dietary needs and food hygiene standards.
• Coordinate smooth transitions between classes and wraparound care.
• Maintain a welcoming, well-resourced environment and communicate effectively with children, colleagues, and parents/carers.
• Support the overall ethos of the school through teamwork and flexibility.

We Are Looking For

• Someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
• A positive and proactive team member who communicates well and works collaboratively with others.
• Someone who values inclusion and believes in the potential of every child.
• A dependable and flexible person who maintains professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Someone who understands the importance of safeguarding and wellbeing in a school setting.

We Can Offer You:

• A commitment to people across our partnership, underpinned by our people principles: adaptability, wellness, recognising achievement, employee voice and engagement, professional development and growth, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• A warm and welcoming school community where every member of staff is valued.
• A supportive and friendly team that works together to create a positive environment for children and staff.
• Opportunities for relevant training and development to help you grow in your role.
• Access to an employee assistance programme offering wellbeing and practical support.
• The chance to make a real difference to children’s lives every day in a rewarding and valued role.

Application Details

We’d love to meet you! Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and offer a great opportunity to see our school in action. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact the school office.

Early applications are strongly encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

Flying High Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.