Sports/Play Leader - Part-time

Bridge & Patrixbourne CEP School, Canterbury

• Ref:KCC886-3122-164S
• Posted:16/06/2025
• Pay:KSA (12.10 an hour)
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:30/06/2025 at 09:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Join our team as a Sports/Play Leader

Are you passionate about supporting children’s physical activity and wellbeing? Do you enjoy creating fun, engaging play experiences in a nurturing environment? Bridge & Patrixbourne CEP School is looking for a dedicated Sports/Play Leader to support and inspire pupils in our After-School Club.

The working hours are 3.00pm – 6.00pm, Monday to Friday during school term time.

Key Responsibilites

• Supervise and support children during the After-School Club, ensuring their safety and wellbeing
• Keep children physically active through dynamic and enjoyable sports and play activities
• Consult with children regularly and involve them in planning activities to ensure their interests are met
• Administer first aid when necessary, maintaining a safe environment at all times
• Develop and maintain excellent communication with pupils, school staff, and especially parents to foster a supportive community

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working with children in a similar role, ideally in after-school or play settings
• Ability to promote physical activity and engage children in a variety of sports and recreational activities
• Basic first aid knowledge and the confidence to administer first aid when needed
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with children, parents, and colleagues

Desirable Qualities

• A friendly, approachable manner with a genuine enthusiasm for working with children
• Creativity in planning and delivering active play sessions
• A proactive attitude towards child safety and wellbeing
• Ability to work well as part of a friendly and supportive team

Why Join Bridge & Patrixbourne CEP School

• Be part of a friendly, welcoming team that values collaboration and support
• Work with excellently behaved, motivated children who love to learn and play
• Enjoy the benefits of working in a beautiful village school setting near Canterbury
• Make a real difference in children’s lives by promoting healthy, active lifestyles in a safe and nurturing environment

If you are enthusiastic about supporting children’s development through active play and want to join a school community that truly values its staff and pupils, we would love to hear from you!

We welcome applicants contacting the school regarding any further questions they may have about the role. For more information about the school visit our website at https://www.bridge.kent.sch.uk/

Please apply by completing the Kent Online application form.

The school is committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment; all appointments will be subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosures (DBS checks) and references.

A copy of our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy can be found here: https://www.bridge.kent.sch.uk/safeguarding/school-policies

Additional information about our recruitment processes can be found here: https://bridge.kent.sch.uk/about-us/work-at-bridge-school

Information about the school

Our school vision is based upon Jesus’ words: “I am the vine, you are the branches. If you abide in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit.” (John 15:5) which speaks of how we live and grow together as a Christian community.

We provide opportunities for everyone to flourish and grow within the love of God. Guided by the teachings of Jesus, we cultivate creativity, excellence, and resilience, inspiring pupils and staff to develop their unique gifts and become the best versions of themselves. We aim to equip our diverse community to make a positive difference in the world.

Our core values of Service, Forgiveness, Trust, Generosity and Compassion were chosen to underpin this vision for our school.

Our vision highlights the importance of staying connected to a source of strength and guidance. Similarly, children need support from their families, teachers, and communities to thrive academically. Just as branches draw sustenance from the vine, children draw strength and inspiration from their support systems, enabling them to succeed and bear fruit in their educational journey.

The school also has strong links with the local church and the children are taught our Christian Values of compassion, trust, generosity, forgiveness and service. All children, staff, parents and governors display these values in the way that they interact and behave towards each other.

Our semi-rural location, approximately 3 miles from Canterbury, means that we benefit from beautiful natural surroundings which enhance our school curriculum offer. The school prides itself on the opportunities we provide the children in music, art and sports as well as high attainment and achievement in our development of the whole child.

For more information please visit the school website: www.bridge.kent.sch.uk

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jessica Haigh
• Address:Conyngham Lane, Bridge, Canterbury, Kent, CT4 5JX
• Telephone: (01227) 830276
• Email: office@bridge.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• BASC Assistant Job Description