Playworker

Due to the nature of our work, the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

KEY RESPONSABILITIES
- Safeguard children at all times this includes recognizing signs and symptoms of abuse, understanding how to refer an allegation and who to refer allegations to
- Identifying risks or hazards and removing them safely, reporting it to the designated officer
- Support children’s emotional & social development, encourage understanding of others & positive self-concepts
- Attend regular staff meetings
- Plan & observe the learning environment to suit the age range of the children
- Perform housekeeping duties
- Accompany children to & from school using correct safety equipment
- Observe & monitor children’s play activities & opportunities
- Encourage children to maintain personal hygiene & health
- Organize & participate in recreational activities such as team games
- Assist with any homework

PERSON SPECIFICATION- Skills, aptitude, knowledge and experience
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment understanding of childcare provision responsibilities & roles
- **E**:

- Ability to build effective working relationships with all children & colleagues
- **E**:

- Ability to promote positive ethos & role model positive attributes
- **E**:

- Good use of self-initiative skills
- **E**:

- Level 2/3 Childcare Qualification
- **D**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Experience**:

- Childcare: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 17/04/2023