Playworker at Waterton Newstead Academy

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/WNA/98235
  Location
Newstead Road, Athersley, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3NA
  Contract Type
Permanent/Term Time Only
  Contract Term
Part-Time
  Salary
Grade 3 actual £15,374-£15,615 (FTE £24,796-£25,185)
  Hours Per Week
27.5 hours per week
  Closing Date
Midday, Fri 10th Jul, 2026
  Start Date
September 2026
  Positions Available
2
   Positions Available        2
  Interview Date(s)
Thursday 16th July 2026
   Interview Date(s)           Thursday 16th July 2026
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About this Role

Thank you for your interest in the role of Playworker.


We are delighted to be looking to appoint 2 committed and experienced Playworkers to join the staff team at our Newstead and Cudworth provision.  


To join on us on this exciting journey, we are seeking practitioners with expertise in supporting children, or a willingness to develop within this area, with a range of additional and complex needs, particularly those with ASD and social communication/interaction difficulties. We are seeking applicants with experience of working with a range of communication interaction strategies and communication systems such as Pictorial Exchange Communication Systems (PECS) and Makaton signing systems and experience of working with bespoke/personalised curriculums to meet individual need. 


The whole staff team work in a positive and collaborative environment where the needs of the children are at the heart of all best practice and decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a strong and dedicated team who are committed to high standards and creating an inclusive learning environment for all children. 


We look forward to receiving your application.


Warm Regards,


Laura Thresh


Head of SEND and Inclusion



Contact Details

  Tina Heaton
  01924 967610
  NewsteadSEND.Office@watertonacademytrust.org

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