Playworker for Children with SEND

4 weeks ago


Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Wokingham Borough Council Full time

Wokingham Borough Council is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic playworker to join their team in delivering a fun, caring, engaging, and secure environment for children between the ages of 5 and 13 with SEND.

The main purpose of this role is to provide 1:1 support and assist with the organisation of a range of appropriate and fun leisure activities for children with SEND.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and young people with SEND, be able to work effectively under pressure, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The hours can be flexible within the operating times, and full training will be offered. The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day operations of the HAF Programme holiday provisions, ensuring all activities are delivered to a high standard at all times.

Essential qualities:

  • Nurturing, enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated to support children and young people to thrive.
  • Ability to engage and encourage children and young people to access activities.
  • Willingness to participate in all aspects of providing person-centred care to young people and ensure the smooth running of the service.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy, diverse, and demanding environment.
  • Ability to work well as part of a team.
  • Ability to deliver delegated responsibilities.
  • Tact, diplomacy, confidentiality, and sensitivity.
  • Ability to set up play areas and make sure the space is safe and secure.
  • Committed to safeguarding.

Desirable qualities:

  • Knowledge of working with children and young people and/or people with learning difficulties/disabilities.
  • Awareness of non-speaking communication techniques.
  • Ability to work with children who may display dysregulated behaviour or have health needs.
  • Understanding of equal opportunities.
  • Experience of working under pressure and prioritising a demanding workload in a changing environment.
  • Experience of facilitating provisions to support SEND children, young people, and their carers.
  • Proven ability to capture, store, and accurately retrieve information.
  • Ability to work without supervision using own initiative.
  • Ability to plan and undertake a range of activities with young people.
  • Childcare qualifications i.e. NVQ in childcare, Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.


  • Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Wokingham Borough Council Full time

    We are seeking a Playworker to deliver a fun, caring, engaging, and secure environment for children between the ages of 5 and 13 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).The main purpose of this role is to provide 1:1 support and assist with the organisation of a range of appropriate and fun leisure activities.Key Responsibilities:Deliver a...


  • Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Wokingham Borough Council Full time

    We are seeking to employ highly motivated and enthusiastic playworkers to join our team in delivering a fun, caring, engaging and secure environment for children with Special Educational Needs (SEND) through provisions of 1:1 support and assisting with the organisation of leisure activities.The ideal candidate will have experience working with SEND children...


  • Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Ashridgenursery Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Breakfast Club Playworker to join our team at Ashridgenursery. As a key member of our club, you will be responsible for creating a safe and secure environment for children to explore, grow, and have fun.Your Key Responsibilities:Assist with day-to-day operations of the breakfast and/or after-school...


  • Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Ashridgenursery Full time

    Job Summary:Ashridgenursery is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic After-School Playworker to work term time only. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children while developing your skills and experience.Key Tasks:Support the delivery of breakfast and after-school club activities.Ensure the health, safety, and...


  • Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Ashridgenursery Full time

    About the Position:Ashridgenursery invites applications for a Breakfast Club Assistant position. As a vital member of our team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of children and their families.Your Responsibilities:Support the planning and delivery of breakfast club activities.Maintain accurate records and...


  • Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job OverviewBerkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly skilled and experienced administrator to join our team as a part-time Lead Administrator for the Children in Care Service within CAMHS. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support to the team, including sending correspondence, booking appointments,...


  • Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustWe are a specialist mental health and community health services trust, committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. We promote independence and quality of life through community and mental health services, aiming for seamless delivery of the best care in the right place.Job...


  • Wokingham, Wokingham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job OverviewBerkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing exceptional care to people across Berkshire. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to fill the role of Lead Administrator for Children in Care Service within our CAMHS team.As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing administrative...

  • Casual SEND Playworker

    6 months ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom Wokingham Borough Council Full time

    Are you looking for a fun, rewarding role in a friendly & supportive environment where your job is to engage & inspire children? We are seeking to employ highly motivated & enthusiastic playworkers to join our team. Wokingham Borough Council is expanding their offer for children accessing the DfE funded Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) who have...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom Funtastic Kids LTD Full time

    **Location**: Emmbrook Infants and Junior Schools, Wokingham **Rate of Pay**: From £10.50 per hour*, dependent on qualifications and experience. - *For applicants aged 18+_ **Hours of Work**:Term Time - Breakfast Club, Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 9am. Any availability will be considered. Flexible hour options. Positions offered as Term Time Only or All...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job Title: Holiday Club Playworker Location: Evendons Primary School,161 Finchampstead Road, Wokingham RG40 3HD Operational Hours: 8.30 - 17.30 During School Holidays October Half Term Work Dates Available: Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November NB: More work available in future school holidays Hours: Monday to Friday: 8.30 - 17.30 Pay: Up to...


  • Woodley, Wokingham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job Title: Breakfast Club Playworker  Start Date: ASAP Location: Willow Bank Primary School, Duffield Road Willow Bank, Woodley RG5 4RW  Hours: 4.5 hours per week during term time (with the opportunity to work up to 40 hrs per week during our holiday clubs if desired) Operational Hours during Term Time: x 3 Breakfast Club Sessions per week:...

  • Senior Send Officer

    5 months ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom Fox Morris Group Full time

    HYBRID/REMOTE WORKING Fox Morris are working with Wokingham Borough Council in relations to finding a Senior SEND Officer to start work ASAP! **Responsibilities** - To support and coordinate on casework, attending Annual Reviews (if applicable) and school meetings for children and young people where there are concerns and potential school breakdown. To...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom Novax Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Business Support Officer (SEND) Wokingham £16 per hour (umbrella) Full Time Contract (1 month) **Fully remote** Novax Recruitment is actively seeking a Business Support Officer (SEND). This is a contract without a scope for extension working full time hours. The employer can offer **fully remote working** The job: - Inputting costings for EHCP...

  • Senior Send Officer

    6 months ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom Fox Morris Group Full time

    **Fox Morris Group** are working to recruit a **Senior SEND Officer** **Length - 6+month ongoing contract** **Job Purpose** - To support and coordinate on casework, attending Annual Reviews (if applicable) and school meetings for children and young people where there are concerns and potential school breakdown. To liaise with other professionals to...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom Bridge of Hope Full time

    Wokingham Borough Council are Currently looking for an Interim Strategy and Commissioning Officer to join the Strategy, Commissioning and Performance services. Reporting to : Head of Service Strategic Commissioning (Children's) Working with the Head of Service for Strategic Commissioning (Children's) and other members of the Strategy, Commissioning and...

  • Senior Case Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom AWD online Full time

    Job Title: SEND Senior Case Manager / Team LeaderJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentLocation: Wokingham, BerkshireJob Overview:We are seeking a highly experienced SEND Senior Case Manager / Team Leader to join our team. The successful candidate will have extensive experience working within a SEND / SEN team, with the ability to deal with complex case work...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    They will have access to student records to find the information where it isn’t obvious. - They will also be speaking to case officers who work with the children to confirm costs. - They will work with our finance team to check in and make sure the costings are being put on correctly.


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Prospero Health & Social Care are recruiting Young Person Support Workers. About the service: Providing support where a young person's placement has collapsed. The role can vary from week to week dependent on the young person's needs. Shifts - Day, Night, Long Days, Waking Nights, Sleep Ins and 24-hour shifts Main duties and...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford Full time

    Prospero Health & Social Care are recruiting Young Person Support Workers.About the service:Providing support where a young person's placement has collapsed. The role can vary from week to week dependent on the young person's needs. Shifts - Day, Night, Long Days, Waking Nights, Sleep Ins and 24-hour shiftsMain duties and responsibilities:Working with young...

  • SEN Mentor

    2 months ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom Remedicare Full time

    We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SEN Education Mentor to join our team at an alternative provision in Wokingham. This provision caters to children and young people aged 5-19 with a variety of additional needs, including Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and Autism Spectrum Disorder...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom Wokingham Borough Council Full time

    Job advert- We want every pupil at St Paul’s to enjoy and succeed in all aspects of school life. Therefore, we are seeking to appoint a positive, enthusiastic practitioner with a passion for helping children to thrive. The role involves working within a classroom environment, in partnership with the teacher, supporting pupils’ learning and emotional...

  • Party Host

    6 months ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom Places for People Full time

    We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom Colbern Limited Full time

    254243-6173-2438 NCD Strategy and Commissioning Officer Wokingham Contract £292.63 per day PAYE Our client is looking for an experienced Strategy and Commissioning Officer. Working with the Head of Service for Strategic Commissioning (Children’s) and other members of the Strategy, Commissioning and Performance Team, this role will play a pivotal role...


  • Wokingham, United Kingdom Fox Morris Group Full time

    Business Support Officer - Wokingham Borough Council REMOTE Good afternoon, We are looking for a **Business Support Officer** **Working pattern: 37 hrs PW, £15.13 per hour, can be negotiated** - They will have access to student records to find the information where it isn’t obvious. - They will also be speaking to case officers who work with the...

  • Football Coach

    5 months ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom Core Football Coaching Full time

    Love Football? Love working with Children? Then join us! We are looking to hire **part time** coaching staff to Deliver sessions during **weekday evenings** within our Academy venues to help our players develop and enjoy the game. If you are an enthusiastic football coach, confident and outgoing, great with children, 100% reliable and interested in...

  • Football Coach

    5 months ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom Core Football Coaching Full time

    Love Football? Love working with Children? Then join us! We are looking to hire **part time** coaching staff to Deliver sessions during **weekday evenings** within our Academy venues to help our players develop and enjoy the game. If you are an enthusiastic football coach, confident and outgoing, great with children, 100% reliable and interested in...

  • Seasonal Camp Worker

    6 months ago


    Wokingham, United Kingdom Core Football Coaching Full time

    Love Football? Love working with Children? Then join us! We are looking to hire enthusiastic and passionate coaches to deliver our summer camps to the next generation! If you are an energetic coach, confident and outgoing, great with children, 100% reliable and interested in contributing to the success of a child's football enjoyment and development over...