Play Assistant

6 days ago


Beckenham, Greater London, United Kingdom Mytime Active Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Play Assistant to join our team at Mytime Active. As a Play Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality play opportunities for children, promoting their physical, emotional, and social development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with planning, preparing, and delivering a variety of play activities that cater to the needs and interests of children.
  • Consult with children to understand their needs and preferences, and involve them in the planning process to ensure their participation and engagement.
  • Set up play spaces, including moving furniture and play equipment, to create a safe and stimulating environment for children.
  • Support with the collection and delivery of children between school and the childcare setting, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
  • Provide refreshments, including hot and cold snacks, to children while promoting positive behavior and involvement.
  • Ensure good hygiene, health, and safety standards are met, and administer first aid when necessary.
  • Act as a designated key worker for a number of children, communicating with parents and teachers to understand their needs and progress.
  • Support with administrative tasks, such as club administration, as required.
  • Respond to safeguarding concerns and report any issues to your line manager.
  • Participate in ongoing training and development to enhance your skills and knowledge in childcare and playwork.
Desirable Qualifications
  • Level 2 or 3 childcare or playwork qualification.
  • Food Hygiene certificate.
  • Paediatric First Aid qualification.
  • Safeguarding Children qualification.
Benefits

As a Play Assistant at Mytime Active, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • Free access to Mytime Leisure & Golf for you and one other.
  • 29 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with additional leave for length of service.
  • Holiday purchase scheme.
  • 25% off food and beverage and free hot drinks.
  • NEST pension.
  • Early Pay scheme.
  • New Employee Referral Bonus.
  • Access to 300+ accredited courses for personal development.
  • Exceptional achievement award scheme.
  • Employee Benefits Platform & salary sacrifice schemes.
  • Health and Wellbeing Benefits, including Health Assessments and checks.
About Us

Mytime Active is an independent social enterprise dedicated to improving wellbeing through our range of accessible services. We reinvest our profits into the long-term wellbeing of our local communities, and to date, we've helped hundreds of thousands of people to live a happier and healthier lifestyle.


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