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SCHOOL VACANCY
St Paul’s C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic playworker to be based in our After School Club.
We have a position available for After School Club.
Situated close to the centre of the historic City of York, St Paul’s C of E Primary offers an engaging and creative curriculum of the highest quality. The school prides itself on its family ethos and caring community. Most importantly our vision is that St Paul’s is a place to belong and we want all to reach their full potential.
“This is a school that is at the heart of its community”. Ofsted 2023
We are looking for an excellent Playworker, who can make a real difference to the lives of the children you are working with by supporting the school with the provision of extended care.
The post holder will do this by supervising children and organising activities, setting up fun and engaging activities and working closely with the staff team and parents in our school community.
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The Successful Applicants Will
- Have relevant experience of working with children in the primary years
- Effective communication skills
- A caring attitude
- Thorough knowledge of the school’s policies, procedures and protocols
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to apply given instructions
The post and hours are as follows for Monday – Friday, term time only.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interview.
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For further details and an application pack, please contact the school on stpauls.primary@york.gov.uk
Please note applications can be received as a hard copy or via email.
Completed application forms together with a supporting letter should be sent to the Headteacher:
Charlotte Hughes
St Paul’s C of E Primary School
St Paul’s Terrace
Holgate
York
YO24 4BJ
Or via email stpauls.primary@york.gov.uk
Closing date: Wednesday 23 September at 12 midnight
Interview date: Thursday 1 October 2026
City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
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