Nursery Nurse/Playworker

The Catch-Up Academy
📍 Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom 💼 Part-time 🕒 Posted June 23, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Nursery Nurse / Playworker (1:1 Support Role)
Location: Dorking, Surrey (School-based)
Salary: £22-23 per hour
Hours: Part-time

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, patient and creative Nursery Nurse / Playworker to provide 1:1 support for a Reception-aged pupil within a school setting in Dorking.

The pupil presents with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, with potential ASD and ADHD traits. The role focuses on supporting engagement through play-based learning, emotional regulation and building trusting relationships to help the child access learning in a meaningful and supportive way.

This is a highly rewarding 1:1 role ideal for someone with an early years, nursery or playwork background who is passionate about nurturing development through play and interaction.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver 1:1 support through play-based and child-led learning
Create a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environmen...

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Job Details

  • Location Dorking, Surrey
  • Job Type Part-time
  • Category educational-instruction-and-library
  • Posted Date June 23, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 02, 2026