Part-Time Playworker: Empower Youth & Community

London Play; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

London Play is seeking two part-time Playworkers to deliver high-quality activities for young people across Southwark. You will plan and run engaging programmes in youth centres and community settings, helping young people build confidence and relationships while promoting wellbeing and inclusion.

The role requires safeguarding commitment, strong communication, and a flexible, proactive approach. DBS Enhanced required; permanent positions, 22 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people in youth work, play work, childcare, education, or community settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, equality, and diversity.
• Proactive, flexible, and organised approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive, and engaging activities for young people.
• Support planning and delivery of programmes promoting confidence and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partners to provide safe, accessible, responsive services.
• Participate in supervision and development to succeed in the role.

Skills

Youth work experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Safeguarding and inclusion

Organised and proactive

Education

Qualifications in youth work, play work, childcare

Job description

London Play is seeking two part-time Playworkers to deliver high-quality activities for young people across Southwark. You will plan and run engaging programmes in youth centres and community settings, helping young people build confidence and relationships while promoting wellbeing and inclusion.

The role requires safeguarding commitment, strong communication, and a flexible, proactive approach. DBS Enhanced required; permanent positions, 22 hours per week.