JOHN TAYLOR MAT
Wrap Around Care Play Worker (Level 2) - Rugeley John Taylor School
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Wrap Around Care Play Worker (Level 2) required from September 2026
Permanent, Part Time Role working 22.5 hours per week – 5 days per week (4.5 hours per day – 7:30am to 9:00am, 3:00pm to 6:00pm)
(Term Time, working 38 weeks per year)
Salary: Grade 2 SCP 4: £25,185 per annum pro rata
Actual Salary: £12,891 per annum
About the Role
Rugeley John Taylor School, part of John Taylor MAT, is proud to be growing the only ‘all-through’ school within our Trust family. Having opened our doors to our first cohort in September 2025, we are continuing to build a school that will serve local communities from the earliest years right through to sixth form, offering a ‘gold standard’ learning experience. As we expand, we continue to embed the core features of John Taylor MAT that have become a hallmark of its success.
We are commencing the search for committed, adaptable and caring Extended School Wrap Around Carer to work under the direct instruction and guidance of teaching staff within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), usually in the classroom alongside the classroom teacher. Applicants should have a good understanding of the EYFS Statutory Framework and child development. The role may involve working with individuals or groups of children, both within the classroom and in other areas of setting, supporting learning through play, exploration and adult-led activities in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework.
Responsibilities
- Help plan a range of suitable activities for children relevant to their age, treating all children as individuals.
- Motivate and encourage all the children to participate in activities helping to promote self-esteem and confidence.
- Provide quality integrated day care and education for all children.
- Working in partnership with parents/carers and staff, help to create inclusive opportunities for children to engage fully in a purposeful learning environment, providing specific support in their care, learning and development.
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Requirements
- Have a Paediatric First Aid Qualification (training will be provided, if necessary)
- Have experience working with children with SEND and specific needs
- Have good communication and interpersonal skills to be able to relate well to children
- Have self-motivation and the ability to take responsibility
- Understand school policies to ensure the safety and well-being of all the children, parents and staff
- Can build professional relationships with colleagues, parents and other stakeholders
- Can liaise effectively with other team members, children and parents/carers
Above all, you must be able to demonstrate a deep commitment to the needs of pupils, ensuring their safety, comfort and inclusion, while proactively removing barriers to create an enjoyable, nurturing and secure learning environment.
Application Process
We look forward to welcoming an enthusiastic, proactive and able member of staff who will contribute positively to the EYFS Team.
Please see the recruitment pack for more details and the timetable for the appointment.
Completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@rjt.jtmat.co.uk
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Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.
Deadline for applications: 16th July 12:00pm
Interview Date: TBC
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.
Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
Please note if you are shortlisted, an online search will be carried out before interview which may identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview. Please review our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants for the lawful basis for processing and retention.
John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.
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