Play Assistant

Mytime Active; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mytime Active seeks passionate individuals to enhance children's experiences through quality childcare services. Candidates should have childcare qualifications and certifications, and a strong commitment to safety and positive interactions. Flexible hours during term time are required. Enjoy competitive benefits, including leisure access and personal development courses.

Benefits

Free access to Mytime Leisure & Golf for you and one other

29 days annual leave, including bank holidays

25% off food and beverages, plus free hot drinks

Early Pay option to withdraw part of your salary before payday

New Employee Referral Bonus

Access to over 300 accredited courses for personal development

Employee Benefits Platform and salary sacrifice schemes

Health and Wellbeing benefits, including assessments and checks

Qualifications

• Relevant childcare qualification (Level 2 or 3).
• Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding Children certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent childcare services and communicate effectively with children and parents.
• Plan and deliver quality play opportunities while ensuring health and safety standards.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns and administer first aid when necessary.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Child Development

Flexibility

First Aid

Education

Level 2 or 3 childcare/play work relevant qualification

Paediatric First Aid certification

Safeguarding Children certification

Job description

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Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate a passion for providing children with positive experiences.
2. Maintain a professional attitude and desire to deliver excellent childcare services.
3. Communicate effectively, promoting positive behaviour among children.
4. Be energetic and enthusiastic.
5. Have a can-do attitude with a strong focus on customer service.
6. Show flexibility to meet the business needs, including working from 7am-9am and 2:45pm-6pm during term time.
7. Assist with planning, preparing, and delivering quality play opportunities.
8. Consult with children and involve them in activities.
9. Set up play spaces, including moving furniture and equipment.
10. Support the safe collection and delivery of children between school and childcare.
11. Provide refreshments, promoting positive behaviour and involvement.
12. Ensure hygiene, health, safety standards are met.
13. Administer first aid when necessary.
14. Serve as a designated key worker, communicating with parents and teachers about children's needs and progress.
15. Support club administration when required.
16. Respond to safeguarding concerns and report them to your line manager.
17. Undertake training and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Level 2 or 3 childcare/play work relevant qualification.
• Paediatric First Aid certification.
• Safeguarding Children certification.

Benefits:

• Free access to Mytime Leisure & Golf for you and one other.
• 29 days annual leave, including bank holidays, with additional leave based on service.
• 25% off food and beverages, plus free hot drinks.
• Early Pay option to withdraw part of your salary before payday.
• New Employee Referral Bonus.
• Access to over 300 accredited courses for personal development.
• Employee Benefits Platform and salary sacrifice schemes.
• Health and Wellbeing benefits, including assessments and checks.

About us:

We are an independent social enterprise committed to improving wellbeing through accessible services such as golf, swimming, gyms, bowling, and health programs across multiple locations. We reinvest profits into community wellbeing, helping thousands lead healthier lives.

Conditions of Employment:

• Signing a contract of employment.
• Satisfactory health clearance.
• Two satisfactory references.
• Proof of qualifications.
• Proof of right to work in the UK.
• Satisfactory DBS check if required for the role.