Activity Lead - Family Action

Stockton Area Vacancies; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an Activity Lead to plan and deliver engaging sessions for children and families in Stockton-on-Tees. This part-time role involves creating a safe and stimulating environment, ensuring inclusivity, and supporting developmental milestones. The position offers flexible working options and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Leave entitlements

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible working options

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children and families.
• Capable of planning and delivering play activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality stay and play group sessions.
• Ensure a safe environment through risk assessments and supervision.
• Promote parental involvement and support.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Motivation

Nurturing

Job description

Activity Lead

Job Reference: 1453

Location: County Durham

Hours of Work: 16 hours per week (part-time, term time only)

Salary: £24,206 FTE per annum (pro-rata for part-time)

Contract Type: Temporary Contract

Closing Date: 23 May 2025

Service:

Stockton Family Outreach and Volunteering Service

Salary:

£24,206 FTE per annum (£7,850.59 per annum for 16 hours per week, part-time)

Location:

Stockton-On-Tees

Hours:

16 hours per week (part-time, term time only)

Contract:

Temporary Contract (Until March 2026)

Family Action & the Role’s Impact:

At Family Action, we support people through change, challenge or crisis. We’ve done this for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults, and offer practical help to families and communities.

We recognize the power of family to shape lives and advocate for their importance in policymaking, amplifying family voices and addressing the evolving needs of families in the UK.

Your impact

This role involves planning and delivering high-quality stay and play group sessions for babies, young children, and their parents/carers within the four Stockton on Tees Borough Council Family Hubs. You will create a welcoming, stimulating environment with activities supporting developmental milestones and ensuring inclusivity for families from diverse backgrounds. You may also support other family-focused groups as needed.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Provide safe, creative, and developmentally appropriate play opportunities by planning and preparing engaging activities and equipment.
2. Ensure a safe environment through risk assessments, supervision, and safety protocols.
3. Set up and dismantle play spaces, including equipment and furniture.
4. Follow health and safety procedures consistently.
5. Promote parental involvement and support, developing relationships with families and informing them about external services.

Main Requirements:

We seek an enthusiastic, motivated individual passionate about working with children and families. You should have a nurturing personality, be capable of planning and delivering play activities, and be committed to providing excellent service to children and the community. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits:

We offer a pension scheme, leave entitlements, eye care vouchers, cycle to work scheme, and other benefits. Flexible working options are available. We invest in your professional development through ongoing training and career opportunities. Join a supportive, high-performing team focused on children and families.

To Apply:

• Click the “Apply Now” link and complete the application form.
• Closing Date: 23rd May at 23:59.
• For more about Family Action: Careers

Contact:

For inquiries or to discuss flexible working, email [e-mail].

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We consider reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment. We welcome applications from all communities, especially ethnically diverse groups, LGBTQIA+ candidates, and disabled applicants. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates and reimburse travel costs for interviews.