At our school, play is more than just fun - it’s a time for discovery, creativity, and building friendships. As a Lunchtime Playleader, you’ll be the one who turns every lunch break into an adventure! From leading imaginative games to helping our children navigate social interactions, you’ll play a key role in their development.

What You’ll Be Doing:

•          Leading Play Activities: From classic games to inventive and imaginative role-play, you’ll guide and inspire children to explore, create, and have fun.
•          Fostering Friendships: You’ll encourage inclusivity and teamwork, helping every child feel involved and valued.
•          Ensuring Safety: You’ll keep playtime safe and enjoyable, following our school’s guidelines for safeguarding and well-being.
•          Making Lunchtime Special: Whether it’s helping with meals or organizing playful challenges, you’ll make sure every child has a positive and happy lunchtime experience.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

•          A Playful Environment: Our school is all about making learning and play a joy for everyone.
•          A Supportive Team: You’ll be part of a friendly, caring team that’s dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives.
•          Family-Friendly Hours: Perfect for those looking for a part-time role that fits around other commitments, with added benefit of a generous holiday entitlement.
•          Room to Grow: Whether you’re an experienced play leader or just starting out - with access to quality Continuous Professional Learning.
•          A Meaningful Contribution: You’ll work in an environment that values every member’s role in benefiting the children and the community, ensuring no day is ever the same.
•        Comprehensive Support: Enjoy the security of a pension scheme with generous employer contributions, and be part of an organisation that’s committed to supporting and enabling all staff.

What We’re Looking For:

•          A Love for Play: You’re someone who understands the power of play in a child’s life and can turn every moment into a learning experience.
•          Creativity and Energy: You’re full of ideas and enthusiasm, ready to dive into play with the children.
•          Patience and Positivity: With a warm, encouraging attitude, you make every child feel welcome and included.
•          A Team Player: You’re ready to roll up your sleeves, work alongside others, and bring your best energy every day.
•          Passion for Education: You care deeply about the impact education has on young lives and are committed to nurturing that potential in every child.
•          Strong Communication Skills: You can connect effectively with both children and adults, ensuring clear, positive interactions.
•          Organised and Detail-Oriented: You keep things running smoothly, whether planning activities or managing day-to-day tasks.
•          Independent and Collaborative: You can work confidently on your own or as part of a team, adapting as needed to get the job done.

If you’re ready to bring your energy, creativity, and passion for play to our school, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s make lunchtime the highlight of the day for our children!

Who We Are:

Alderman Pounder is a vibrant two-form entry infant and nursery school hub in Beeston/Chilwell, Nottinghamshire. We may seem like a typical school from the outside, but inside our building, magical things happen. We’re dedicated to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where every child and visitor feels they belong. Our passionate team knows each child personally, helping them grow into confident, independent learners who carry our values forward. With children at the centre of everything we do, we nurture their potential, helping them thrive both now and in the future - truly living our motto: Making a difference as we grow together.

For further information about Flying High Partnership, visit our website.

Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert ahead of the closing date.

We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applicants. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.