Sessional Playworker

KIDS'; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids in Bracknell is seeking enthusiastic Sessional Playworkers to support disabled children and young people in a range of inclusive activities. The role involves adapting activities, supervising outings, and promoting safety and enjoyment for every child.

Shifts are sessional with no guaranteed hours, including Saturdays and school holidays. A DBS check is required, and the role offers flexible hours to fit around other commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children and young people in inclusive settings.
• Ability to adapt activities to individual needs and preferences.
• Commitment to safeguarding and building positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people to take part in creative, imaginative play.
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs and preferences.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social interaction.
• Supervise children during community outings and activities.
• Provide a safe, inclusive environment and assist with meals when needed.
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Empathy

Flexible

Communication

Team player

Safety conscious

Job description

We’re looking for enthusiastic, caring and adaptable Sessional Playworkers to join our team in Bracknell.

As a Sessional Playworker, you’ll support disabled children and young people to take part in a range of fun, meaningful and inclusive recreational activities. This could include creative and imaginative play, indoor and outdoor activities, or trips out into the local community to places such as parks, cinemas, bowling alleys and zoos.

You’ll work as part of a supportive team to make sure every child and young person has a safe, positive and enjoyable experience.

Location: The Courthouse, Broadway, Bracknell, RG12 1AE
Contract: Sessional
Salary: £13.28 per hour / £14.88 per hour including holiday pay

Hours: This is a sessional role with no guaranteed hours. Shifts may be offered on Saturdays during term time, Monday to Friday during school holidays, and on Sundays throughout the year. You can indicate your availability and accept shifts that suit you; however, regular availability across some of these periods is required.

What you’ll be doing

Your role will include:

• Supporting children and young people to take part in creative, imaginative and adventurous play
• Adapting activities to meet individual needs and preferences
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive social interaction
• Accompanying and supervising children and young people on community outings
• Providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment
• Providing personal care sensitively and respectfully where required
• Supporting with snacks and meals when needed
• Following safeguarding, health and safety procedures
• Working closely with colleagues, families, carers and other professionals

About you

You don’t need to be the loudest person in the room, but you’ll need to be someone who can build positive relationships with children and young people and help them get the most out of their time with us.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and empathetic
• Enthusiastic and positive
• Creative and able to use their initiative
• Flexible and adaptable to different needs and situations
• A good communicator and team player
• Reliable, organised and safety conscious
• Committed to providing high-quality, inclusive support

Why join Kids?

As a Sessional Playworker, you’ll have the flexibility to work around your availability while doing something genuinely rewarding.

You’ll benefit from:

• Flexible sessional hours, ideal for those looking for work that fits around other commitments
• The opportunity to make a real difference to disabled children, young people and their families
• Training and development to help you build your skills
• A friendly and supportive team environment
• Plenty of variety, with activities taking place both within our service and out in the community

Interested?

If you’re passionate about supporting children and young people and would like a flexible role where no two sessions are quite the same, we’d love to hear from you.

Kids is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

Want to find out more?

Please see the attached Job Description for full details about the role.