TGC & SGW Dual Role – Shared Nursery Assistant/Playworker

Role: Dual Role – Shared Nursery Assistant( (SGW) and Playworker (TGC)

Reports to: Senior Manager (TGC) / Nursery Manager (SGW)

Locations:

• St Georges Junior School (Weybridge)
• Occasional meetings at TGC Head office based in Old Windsor (within 10-mile radius)

Term Times (Monday to Friday):

• TGC: Term Time (TT): 17.5 hours per week (PM: 15:00pm to 18:30pm). 
• SGW: Junior School: (TT): 22.5 hrs per week (AM: 10:00am to 15:00pm). 
• Lunch: 30 mins unpaid

Holiday Club Times (Monday to Friday)

• TGC: 40 hrs per week during school holidays. All Day, Flexible days/times per week.

Salary: From £26,000 negotiable dependent on experience

Employment Contract:

• Annualised hybrid contract working across both TGC and SGW all year. 
• TGC is the primary employer across the year. Full-time position.

Contract Type: Annualised – full-time contract – All Year

Job Overview:

This is a unique opportunity to work as a Nursery Support Assistant / Playworker across two exceptional settings:

• St George’s Junior School Weybridge (SGW), term time – Early Years Education
• The Gap Club (TGC), throughout the year – Wraparound Childcare

This dual role offers the variety to develop your skills across early years and wraparound settings, supporting children’s development in different contexts. You will play a pivotal role in creating consistent, high-quality learning and care, fostering strong relationships with children, families, and staff across both organisations.

About The Gap Club (TGC)

Founded in 2002, The Gap Club is a premium out-of-school childcare provider for nursery (2 years upwards) and primary-aged children. We are passionate about creating nurturing, play-based enriching environments where children thrive and develop holistically. Our unique Play based  framework (Potential, Education, Parenting through Play, PEP) ensures:

• Potential through Play: Fostering imagination, confidence, resilience and a growth mindset
• Education through Play: Encouraging curiosity, exploration, independence and skills
• Parenting through Play: Strengthening connections between families, children and childcare.

Our experienced and friendly team values the profound impact of high-quality play and childcare, creating joyful and enriching childhood experiences. We provide comprehensive professional development opportunities to support our staff in their professional journey.

About St George’s Junior School Weybridge (SGW)

St George’s is a co-educational school for children aged 2-18, emphasizing a family-like atmosphere where mutual respect and compassion thrive. The nursery provides a happy, vibrant environment encouraging learning and exploration through a mix of indoor and outdoor activities. Staff benefit from competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and a supportive ethos aligned with the Josephite tradition of “Coming home to school.”

Responsibilities:

TGC (Term Time and Holiday Clubs):

• Be the primary link between TGC and SGW, ensuring seamless communication and practice across both settings.
• Deliver the PEP framework for Early Years, adapting play pedagogy to meet children’s evolving needs in engaging developmentally appropriate manner.
• Support all operations, including planning, evaluation, policies and risk assessments, to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Supervise and safeguard children’s welfare and wellbeing, adhering to all safeguarding policies and escalation procedures.
• Work solely with TGC during holiday clubs, supporting both Early Years and primary-aged children.

SGW (Term Time):

• Assist the Key Person in planning and implementing educational programs and daily activities.
• Supervise children during all activities including playtime, meals, and nap times.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe classroom environment.
• Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development.
• Document and share observations of children’s progress with their Key Person.

General:

• Collaborate with staff to ensure effective communication and seamless transitions for children.
• Engage with parents, providing regular updates on children’s development and wellbeing.
• Support promotional activities, including open evenings and school fairs.
• Participate in reflective practice and quality assurance initiatives to continuously improve outcomes

Skills and Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential skills/qualifications:

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 in Early Years Childcare or equivalent.
• Experience in Early Years settings with a focus on play-based learning.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain).
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 and communication tools (e.g., Teams, Zoom).
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, and observational skills.
• Up to date Knowledge of EYFS and regulation frameworks.
• Proven ability to plan, organise and deliver engaging and stretching activities for children of all ages.

Desirable:

• Experience in independent schools
• Working with children with additional needs.
• Familiarity with online learning journals.
• A clean driving license

Personal Qualities

• Empathetic, calm, and caring approach.
• Ability to build rapport with children and families quickly.
• Proactive and reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.
• Willingness to embrace the culture of both organisations, including the Josephite ethos at SGW

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with opportunities for professional development.
• Comprehensive training and mentoring support.
• Mental health and well being resources.
• Government pension
• Health cash plan (SGW)
• 100% discount for one child at TGC.
• Free uniform and social events fostering team camaraderie.
• Strong career progression across both providers.
• Be part of a sectors that makes a genuine difference in children’s lives and helps bridge the gap between school and home for families championing education and childcare. 
• Be part of a our journey through play  with our Unique P.E.P Play framework