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Play Worker
- Posted: 18-12-2025
- Category: Teaching Assistants
- Location: Walsall
- Type: Full-time / Contract
- Salary: £80 - £100 per day
Location: Walsall
Contract: Flexible / Supply / Long-term opportunities available
Recruitment Partner: Smile Education
Salary: £80-£100 per day
Smile Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and caring Play Workers (Level 2 or Level 3 qualified) to work across a range of Early Years settings in Walsall. This is a fantastic opportunity for passionate early years professionals looking for flexible work or longer-term placements within supportive settings.
The Role
Supporting children aged 0–5 within nursery and Early Years environments
Delivering engaging, play-based activities in line with the EYFS framework
Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment
Supporting children’s social, emotional and physical development
Working collaboratively with practitioners and following setting policies and procedures
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years
Have experience working within Early Years or nursery settings
Demonstrate a caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
Have a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Be reliable, adaptable and confident working in different settings
Why Work with Smile Education?
Competitive rates of pay
Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Access to long-term and permanent roles
A friendly, supportive recruitment process
If you are a qualified Play Worker looking to make a positive impact in Early Years settings across Walsall, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your next rewarding role in Early Years.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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