Play Worker

2 weeks ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Gingerbread Edinburgh and Lothian Project Limited Full time

**Company description**

Charitable organisation delivering childcare facilities to families through after school care and school holiday playschemes.

**Job description**

Job Title:
PLAYWORKER

Job Category:
CHILDCARE

Department/Group:
GINGERBREAD

**Location**:
VARIOUS

Travel Required:
YES

Level/Salary Range:
NEGOTIABLE

Position Type:
PART-TIME

HR Contact:
SEAN CURRAN/JANICE REID

Responsible to:
Playleader/Chief Executive/Project Director

Will Train Applicant(s):
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Supervision:
Playleader/Chief Executive/Project Manager

Applications Accepted By:
Subject Line: RECRUITMENT

Attention: SEAN CURRAN/JANICE REID

Mail:
Gingerbread Edinburgh & Lothian Project Ltd

c/o Tollcross PS, 117-119 Fountainbridge, Edinburgh EH3 9QG

Role and Responsibilities

UNDER THE DIRECTION OF THE PLAYLEADERS THE PLAYWORKER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSISTING WITH THE CARE AND SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN ATTENDING OUR CHILDCARE FACILITIES AND TO WORK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GUIDANCE PROVIDED BY PLAYLEADERS AND OFFICE STAFF AND INTERACTING TO MEET AND MAINTAIN A HIGH STANDARD OF CHILDCARE. ALSO TO ENSURE THAT CARE INSPECTORATE AND SSSC GUIDELINES ARE ADHERED TO.

Ø Reporting any staffing issues to Playleaders/Seniors/Office Staff

Ø Reporting any children/parent issues to Playleaders/Seniors/Office Staff

Ø Collecting and delivering children from school pick-ups to relevant ASC Base.

Ø Ensuring safe, creative and appropriate play activities.

Ø Preparing, assisting and organising a programme of play activities for ASC and other childcare cover.

Ø Liaising with parents, schools and related agencies.

Ø Administering First Aid as appropriate.

Ø Attending mandatory/appropriate training courses as stipulated by SSSC and Care Inspectorate.

Ø Preparing refreshments and snacks.

Ø Attending staff meetings where time in-lieu will be given.

Ø Integrating with children in all types of play provision.

Ø Administer, prepare and complete any forms for parents where appropriate.

Ø Assist in all above at School Holiday Playschemes

Ø Assist in the smooth running of the childcare facilities.

Ø Assist in staff development and observation of staff to help everyone develop their skills further.

Ø Assist in completing all staff supervision tools, e.g. reviews, appraisals, one-to-one supervision.

Ø Assist if necessary in recording fee charges in the appropriate paperwork and in some cases delivering fee to office.

Ø Liaise with the Care Inspectorate regarding inspections and any relevant issues.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

The post holder will be expected to have the relevant qualification in childcare SVQ 2 Playwork/CCLD or any other similar qualification or higher as well as a certificate in First Aid.

Special notes

Playworker has the responsibility for cost of PVG each year or whenever stipulated by the organisation and any other costs incurred by registering with SSSC or any other body.

**Job Type**: Part-time
Part-time hours: 17.5 per week

**Salary**: From £10.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Playworker

  • Play Worker

    6 days ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Scotland Yard Adventure Centre (known as The Yard) Full time

    The Yard is an award-winning charity that runs adventure play services for children with disabilities and/or additional support needs and their families. As a Playworker, you will plan and deliver a range of inclusive, social, recreational and adventure play activities at The Yard. **Position**: Playworker (part-time) **Location**: Eyre Place Lane,...

  • Play Worker

    4 days ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Dalkeith After School Club Full time

    **Play Workers (Breakfast & After School Club)** Dalkeith After School Club - Dalkeith, Midlothian Dalkeith After School Club is a registered charity providing a breakfast, after school, and holiday club service to children up to the age of 14 in the Dalkeith area. We are run by a dedicated Board of volunteers. We are seeking to recruit dynamic,...

  • Play Worker

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Inspire Coaching (EdinburghWest Lothian) Full time

    **Immediate start** Play worker required To work in school breakfast club. Days between Monday - Friday 7.30-8.50. must have current PVG **Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 7.5 per week **Salary**: £12.00-£15.00 per hour **Benefits**: - On-site parking Schedule: - Monday to Friday School type: - Primary...

  • Play Worker

    4 days ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Inspire Coaching (EdinburghWest Lothian) Full time

    **Immediate start** Play worker required To work in school breakfast club / after school club. Days between Monday - Friday 7.30-8.50. 2.50-5.45 [Friday 12-5.45] must have current PVG **Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 25 per week **Salary**: £10.00 per hour Schedule: - Monday to Friday School type: - Primary school COVID-19...

  • Play Worker

    2 days ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Sight Scotland Full time

    **Part Time Salary**: £11,215.68 - £12,024.32 Are you a kind, energetic, enthusiastic and creative person who would like to join our small team at Kidscene? Our Play Workers provide a high quality, safe and stimulating environment which enables the children who attend Kidscene to thrive. We provide an after school and holiday club for children from...

  • Activity Club

    6 days ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Inspire Coaching (EdinburghWest Lothian) Full time

    **Join Our Team: School Activity Play workers Needed! (August Start)** We're looking for an experienced **Activity Play Workers** to join our after-school program, Monday to Thursday, 7:30AM-9:00AM, 2:45 PM - 5:45 PM, Friday 7:30AM-9:00AM, 12.00-5:45PM You'll be responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment for primary school-aged...

  • Activity Club

    6 days ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Inspire Coaching (EdinburghWest Lothian) Full time

    **Join Our Team: School Activity Play workers Needed! (August Start)** We're looking for an experienced **Activity Play Workers** to join our after-school program, Monday to Thursday, 7:30AM-9:00AM, 2:45 PM - 5:45 PM, Friday 7:30AM-9:00AM, 12.00-5:45PM You'll be responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment for primary school-aged...

  • Activity Club

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Inspire Coaching (EdinburghWest Lothian) Full time

    **Immediate start** Activity Club Play worker required To work in school after school Activity club **Days / Hours Monday - Thursday 2.45-5.45** must have current PVG **Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent Pay: £15.00 per hour Expected hours: 12 per week **Benefits**: - On-site parking Schedule: - Monday to Friday Work Location: In person

  • Activity Club

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Inspire Coaching (EdinburghWest Lothian) Full time

    **Immediate start** Activity Club Play worker required To work in school after school Activity club **Days / Hours Monday - Thursday 2.45-5.45** must have current PVG **Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent Pay: £15.00 per hour Expected hours: 12 per week **Benefits**: - On-site parking Schedule: - Monday to Friday **Experience**: -...

  • Activity Club

    2 days ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Inspire Coaching (EdinburghWest Lothian) Full time

    **Immediate start** Activity Club Play worker required Role would suit someone with experience of sports coaching, music, arts and crafts etc. To work in school after school Activity club **Days / Hours Monday - Thursday 2.45-5.45** must have current PVG **Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent Pay: £15.00 per hour Expected hours: 12 per...