Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with a well-established children s charity in London in their search for a Deputy Play Manager.
Full-time £36,000 per annum
The charity has been supporting children, young people and families for over 25 years through a range of play, family support and youth programmes. Their Ofsted-registered after-school and holiday play schemes provide children aged 4 11 with safe, engaging and nurturing environments to explore, grow and thrive.
As Deputy Play Manager, you ll play a key leadership role within the play service, helping to design, deliver and evaluate a high-quality programme of activities. You ll support the Play Manager in day-to-day operations (including managing enquiries/collection of fees), team management and ensuring compliance with all safeguarding, health and safety, and Ofsted standards.
This is a hands-on role combining leadership, planning, and active delivery you ll work directly with children and families to create safe, inclusive, and stimulating play environments.
About You
Essential skills and experience:
* Level 3 qualification (or above) in Playwork, Early Years, or a related field.
* Minimum of three years experience working directly with children aged 4 11.
* Strong understanding of EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
* Experience planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate play activities.
* Confident leading active, outdoor or adventure-based play.
* Sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
* Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
* Strong organisational and IT skills.
Desirable:
* Experience supporting children with additional needs or from diverse backgrounds.
* Experience supervising others or managing volunteers.
* Knowledge of current issues affecting children and families.
* Relevant training such as paediatric first aid or food hygiene.
Play is at the heart of what they do the organisation believes that every child deserves the opportunity to enjoy a happy, fulfilling childhood through both free and guided play experiences.
If you re passionate about play, child development and helping young people thrive, we d love to hear from you.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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