Playworker

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Play Worker to join our team. As a Play Worker, you will be responsible for creating a safe and engaging environment for children to play, and develop their social skills. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a passion to make a positive impact on children's lives.

**Duties**:

- Organise and supervise play activities for children in accordance with established guidelines
- Create a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes play
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities to enhance children's physical, cognitive, and social development
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children under your care
- Communicate effectively with parents.
- Collaborate with other staff members to maintain a clean and organised play area
- Assist with serving snacks and monitoring dietary restrictions
- Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging their independence, creativity, and self-expression
- Collect children from school ensuring that appropriate behaviour is adhered to in the school grounds and while walking to the hall

**Experience**:

- Previous experience working with children in a childcare or nursery setting is required level 3 or above
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to drive positive behaviour and manage challenging situations effectively
- Knowledge of early Playwork principles and practices
- Demonstrated leadership skills in guiding and supervising children's activities

We offer min wage for your age. This is a part-time position with opportunities for overtime.

If you are passionate about working with children and creating a safe, fun, environment for children to play, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience in childcare.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £6.40-£11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
- Nursery experience: 1 year (preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (required)
- Management: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 26/04/2024