Deputy Leader, Inclusive Youth Play & Leisure

Disability Challengers; Chichester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS check covered

NEST pension

Simply Health cash plan

Free training courses

Job summary

Disability Challengers in the United Kingdom is seeking a Deputy Leader for Chichester Youth to lead creative play and leisure activities for disabled children, while strengthening family relationships and supporting a dynamic team in safe, inclusive services. You will design engaging activities, liaise with families and schools, and help deliver programmes that promote wellbeing and development.

DBS checks, training, and pension benefits are part of the role as the charity supports staff and

Qualifications

• Leadership experience required.
• Experience with disabled children and young people preferred.
• Willingness to get stuck in and transform lives through play.
• Level 3 qualification in Play, Youth Work or Early Years or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Leader in developing creative and stimulating activities.
• Assist with liaison between the Scheme, children, parents and schools.
• Support a team and motivate others in the Leader's absence.
• Assist with supervision and training of workers, volunteers and students.
• Foster effective relationships among staff and support staff matters.
• Help plan and execute holiday programmes and activities.
• Encourage voluntary support and supervise visitors.
• Ensure safety of the site and compliance with Health and Safety.
• Maintain building and site security and child welfare.
• Maximise use of Scheme facilities and resources.
• Contribute to running and development, providing information as required.
• Deputise in the Leader’s absence and undertake other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership experience

Experience with disabled children

Willingness to get stuck in

Level 3 qualification in Play/Youth or

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Play, Youth Work or Early Years or relevant qualification

Job description

Disability Challengers in the United Kingdom is seeking a Deputy Leader for Chichester Youth to lead creative play and leisure activities for disabled children, while strengthening family relationships and supporting a dynamic team in safe, inclusive services. You will design engaging activities, liaise with families and schools, and help deliver programmes that promote wellbeing and development.

DBS checks, training, and pension benefits are part of the role as the charity supports staff and