Activities Assistant / Play Worker – Casual (Zero Hours Contract)

Activities Assistant / Play Worker – Casual (Zero Hours Contract)

£12.75 – £14.00 per hour | Southwark

Magna Groups, an Ofsted registered childcare provider, is seeking enthusiastic Activities Assistants / Play Workers to join our teams on a casual, zero hours basis. This role is ideal for individuals looking for flexible work supporting children aged 5–11 in our Breakfast and Afterschool Clubs.

Location; Southwark – must be able to commute to SE1 / SE15 / SE16 / SE22

Hours (Flexible, As Needed)

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Breakfast Club

7:30am – 9:00am

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Afterschool Club

2:30pm – 6:00pm

Shifts offered based on site requirements – no guaranteed hours

Pay

£12.75 – £14.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

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Key Responsibilities

• Support and deliver fun, age appropriate activities for children aged 5–11
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging play environment
• Encourage children’s social, emotional, and physical development through play
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and team members
• Maintain clean, safe, and organised activity spaces
• Follow safeguarding, health, and safety procedures at all times

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About You

• Experience working with children (play work, childcare, education, or similar)
• Passionate, reliable, and confident engaging with children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Able to work independently and adapt to different settings

Desirable (but not essential)

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Childcare or Play work
• Paediatric First Aid qualification

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What We Offer

• Flexible work on a zero hours, casual contract
• Friendly, supportive team environment
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in childcare
• The chance to make a positive difference in children’s lives

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All roles subject to references and enhanced DBS checks.

Apply now if you’re looking for flexible childcare work and enjoy creating fun, engaging experiences for children