Job Description
Rooted in Christ and Catholic tradition and under the guidance of its patron, St Edmund’s aims to realise the God-given potential, in body,
mind and spirit, of all members of its community through service and leadership.
Avita Pro Fide !
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to
share this commitment.
Role title:
Tea Time Play Worker (part-time)
Reporting to:
Head of St Edmund’s Prep School
Summary of the role:
To assist in the day-to-day organisation of the Tea Timers’ Club
 Providing full care for the children including collection of children from the Swan’s Nest
and the safe delivery to parents and/or carers. This will include providing refreshments.
 Providing safe, creative, appropriate play opportunities, preparing activities, organising
the programme and so on
 Ensuring the environment is attractive and child-centred (maintaining displays)
 Taking part in the day-to-day administration, record keeping, and creating orders for
purchasing materials and equipment
 Administering first aid as appropriate and liaising with Infirmary
Main duties and
responsibilities:
 Encouraging parental involvement and support of the Tea Timers’ Club
 Close liaison with parents, schools and other childcare and play-related agencies
 Attending meetings as appropriate
 Carrying out all responsibilities and activities within an Equal Opportunities framework
 Working within agreed policies
 You may also be required to undertake other duties of an appropriate level and nature
as and when requested by the Headmaster, Senior Leadership Team and your line
manager.
Essential for the post
Person Specification
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Experience of working with 3 to 11 year olds
An understanding of good quality childcare
A commitment to equal opportunities
Ability to provide safe, creative play
Ability to communicate at all levels
Ability to meet children’s individual needs
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Ability to use judgement and common sense
Ability to work as part of a team
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Desirable for the post
 Some experience of administration
 Ability to work on own initiative
The College is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children,
therefore, all candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
We will seek references that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children
and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications.
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