Holiday Club Activity Leader – Reading and Wokingham
- Full-time
- Compensation: GBP 8 – GBP 12.71 – monthly
Junior Adventures Group
Job Title: Holiday Club Activity Leader/Playworker
Enthusiastic Playworker / Activity Leader required to support and deliver engaging childcare activities within a busy holiday club in Reading & Wokingham & Surrounding areas
NB: Drivers would be beneficial but not essential
We are seeking a caring, energetic and reliable individual to join our Holiday Club team, supporting children through a range of structured play, sports, games, and creative activities in a safe and inclusive environment.
Summer Camp Locations Available:
Bulmurshe leisure centre in Reading, Hart leisure centre in Fleet, Places Leisure in Camberley, Willow bank primary in Woodley, Floreat Primary in Wokingham, Aldryngton primary in Earley & Park Lane primary in Tilehurst
Contract:
Holiday Club Only (with potential additional wraparound care hours from September if desired)
Pay:
Up to £12.71 per hour (plus holiday pay)
Working Hours
School Holidays:
- 08:30 – 17:30 (Monday to Friday)
Summer Dates Available:
- 20 July – 2 September
Please note: Applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of three weeks during the summer holidays.
Parking available onsite
What’s in it for you?
- Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured
- Discounted wraparound school care and holiday club (if applicable)
- Rewards for referring family and friends
- Paid training and ongoing personal & professional development
- Family-friendly hours
- Supportive and fun working environment
About the Role
At Junior Adventures Group, we are looking for a passionate and enthusiasticPlayworker / Activity Leaderto join our growing team.
You will help deliver high-quality childcare in a holiday club setting, creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where children can learn, play, and develop.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, has a positive attitude, and wants to make a difference every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver structured and engaging activities including multi-sports, games, arts & crafts, and structured play
- Create a fun, inclusive and safe environment for children
- Support children during arrival, activities, and collection
- Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and company procedures at all times
- Ensure all sign-in and sign-out procedures are followed correctly
- Provide refreshments for children while maintaining hygiene standards
- Assist with setting up and packing away play areas and equipment
- Complete relevant documentation including accident and incident forms
- Communicate professionally with children, parents, colleagues, and schools
- Carry out basic equipment checks and maintain a safe environment
- Support and promote positive behaviour and engagement
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience working with children (desirable)
- A positive, enthusiastic and proactive attitude
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, responsible, and able to follow procedures
- Ability to create a fun and safe environment for children
- Energy, creativity, and a genuine passion for childcare and playwork
This role may also suit candidates with experience as a playworker, childcare assistant, activity leader, or similar role.
Safeguarding
This role is subject to safeguarding requirements in line withKeeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Applicants must:
- Complete our application form as part of our safer recruitment process (CVs alone will not be accepted)
- Provide two references (including most recent employer)
- Undergo an enhanced DBS check
- Provide appropriate documentation for vetting
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