Sessional Play Coordinator for Young People
3 weeks ago
Position: Sessional Play Worker for Children and Young People
Location: Haringey
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract / Part Time
Salary: Band 1 - Pro-rated to £6,365.25 based on a 9-hour work week.
At Solace Women's Aid, we are dedicated to eradicating the impact of gender-based violence. Our mission is to prevent violence and abuse while offering tailored services to support survivors, particularly women and children. We adopt a holistic and empowering approach, collaborating with survivors to help them lead independent lives free from harm.
About the Service:
The Haringey Generic Refuges provide essential support and emergency accommodation for women and children escaping domestic abuse and sexual violence. We are committed to assisting families during their most challenging times, guiding them towards recovery and freedom.
Role Overview:
As a Sessional Play Worker, you will play a crucial role in planning and delivering engaging activities for children and young people residing in the refuge. Your responsibilities will include listening to children's feedback to tailor services that align with their needs and aspirations. You will create a playful and stimulating environment that promotes well-being and encourages active participation during play sessions.
Working closely with the Family Support Worker, you will ensure that all children are included and have a joyful experience while fostering their learning, well-being, and social skills. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, creativity, and enthusiasm.
Candidate Profile:
The successful applicant will have a solid understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on children, along with practical experience in working with youth. A minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in childcare, playwork, youth work, sports coaching, or creative arts is preferred. We prioritize safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff to share this commitment.
While you may not meet every requirement listed, your interpersonal skills, passion for making a positive impact, and ability to learn and collaborate effectively are highly valued. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, as we believe in the importance of varied perspectives in our work.
Benefits:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Focus on professional development and internal career progression
- Generous holiday allowance
- Employer pension contributions
- Family-friendly leave policies
- Access to Inclusion Networks
- Daily clinical debriefing sessions
- Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support
- Employee Benefits Platform with discounts and savings
- Wellness activities including yoga and meditation
- Cycle to Work Scheme
We are a Disability Confident Employer, committed to an inclusive recruitment process and providing reasonable adjustments as needed. This service is run by women for women, and therefore, applications are restricted to female candidates in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
As part of our commitment to safer recruitment practices, we conduct thorough pre-employment checks.
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