Working 9 hours per week (Tues Wed & Thurs ) from 3pm to 6pm with primary children aged 3-11 years helping to run play, sport and games activities ensuring that the children are cared for in a safe environment.
Fixed afternoon sessions (term time only )from the above or an ad hoc contract which is fully flexible around these hours.
Applicants need to be 18+ years of age and be able to start work in Hertford for 3pm to help prepare for when school finishes. The role is term time only. Childcare for children aged 3 -11 may be available at a subsidised rate subject to availability
Playworkers are employed on behalf of the Management Committee to assist in providing a safe, caring and professional environment for the children attending The Dell Out of School Club. The Playworker is line managed by The Club Manager and Senior staff..
DUTIES
1) To provide and maintain close supervision of the children in your care at all times, ensuring that all children are cared for in a safe and caring environment.
2) To help in the planning organisation and delivery of a wide range of play activities appropriate to the needs of the children attending the Dell.
3) To strictly adhere to the agreed Dell discipline procedures.
4) To work within a team of Playworkers to deliver activities for children, which they enjoy and that encourage their all round development.
5) To promote teamwork environment in conjunction with other staff and volunteers
6) To ensure that the Senior Playleaders/Coordinator are aware of any incidents affecting the welfare of children in your care. To maintain confidentiality at all times.
7) If qualified, to administer or supervise any first aid as required
8) To ensure that play materials & equipment are properly used, maintained, moved and stored and ensure that any breakages/ losses are notified to the Manager.
9) To prepare, store and purchase if required nutritional snacks for children ensuring compliance to Food Hygiene standards.
10) To help ensure that all areas used by the club are left safe, clean and tidy.
11) To implement and adhere to policies laid down by the Management Committee and in particular the Health and Safety policy, Safeguarding procedures and staff Guidelines.
12) To be committed to developing and maintaining an inclusive/non discriminatory environment that respects the children's individual differences
13) To attend meetings and training sessions as appropriate.
14) To complete any other reasonable duties that are requested.
NB This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders that have been made against them. The offer of the Playleader position is dependant on a clear check from the Disclosure and Barring Service DBS (CRB) and at least 2 satisfactory written references.
Part-time hours: 9 per week
Work Remotely
* No
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.22-£13.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
Application question(s):
* I can work start work at 3pm and work to 6pm on Tues Wed and Thurs
Work Location: In person