Casual Play Leader - Eyemouth, Duns, Galashiels, Jedburgh, Kelso , Peebles and Hawick

Scottish Borders Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Play, Sport, and Activity Leaders for Summer Holiday Opportunities. This role is vital for encouraging children to engage in physical activities during the holidays across multiple locations. As a leader, you'll facilitate socialization and play, enhancing children's physical and mental well-being. If you have a passion for sports and education, and enjoy working with young people, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in the community. Join a supportive team committed to fostering active lifestyles among children.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience or qualifications in sports or teaching are advantageous.
• Knowledge of benefits of physical activity is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for activities across various locations to encourage children's physical activity.
• Provide opportunities for children to socialize and connect with their communities.

Skills

Experience in sports

Teaching experience

Engagement with children

Knowledge of physical activity benefits

Education

Good standard of education

Job description

Role Details

Location: Various Locations In Scottish Borders, TD6 0SA

Salary: £24,308.97 per year pro rata

Contract Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Position Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Hours: 0 hours per week, Casual/Relief

Specific Locations: Eyemouth, Duns, Galashiels, Jedburgh, Kelso, Peebles, and Hawick (Summer holiday opportunities)

Closing Date: 23/05/2025

Contract Duration: Casual/Relief

Hourly Rate: £12.60 per hour

Interviews: To be held on the week beginning 26th May 2025 via Microsoft Teams.

Role Purpose

Scottish Borders Council is recruiting Play, Sport, and Activity Leaders for our Summer Holiday Opportunities to encourage children to be more active during the holiday period. Leaders will be responsible for activities across Eyemouth, Duns, Galashiels, Jedburgh, Kelso, Peebles, and Hawick.

You will help provide children and young people with opportunities to socialise, play, and connect with their communities, contributing to their physical and mental health improvement.

Relevant experience or qualifications in sports, physical activity, or teaching are advantageous. Demonstrating knowledge of the benefits of physical activity and experience engaging with children and young people in education, sport, or community leisure is desirable.

More information about our Active Schools and Sports Development teams can be found on our website.

Additional recruitment information is available here.

For SBC Benefits, please visit here.

The selection process may include assessments and a formal interview, with details provided upon application success. We look forward to your application.

Applicants should have a good standard of education. The role may involve travel between locations, requiring a valid driving license and access to a car.

Informal Enquiries

Contact Paul Scott, Active Schools Manager, via email at [e-mail] or phone [phone].

Scottish Borders Council values diversity and encourages applications from all minority groups and individuals with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We particularly welcome candidates who identify as disabled, under the Disability Confident scheme, which guarantees an interview for those meeting the essential criteria. All appointments are made on merit.