Play Program Responsibilities
* To champion and embed a play-based approach across the Child Friendly Neighbourhood programme, ensuring play supports wellbeing, belonging, creativity and community connection.
* To lead quality, inclusive and child-led play opportunities for primary-aged children and families across term-time, holiday and community provision.
* To support colleagues across youth, creative and wider Springfield Project provision to incorporate playful, relationship-based approaches within delivery.
* To lead high-quality, inclusive and child/youth-led play opportunities for children and young people aged 5-18 and families across term-time, holiday and community provision.
* To support colleagues across children's, youth, creative and community provision to incorporate playful, relationship-based approaches within delivery.
* To contribute to the development of Sparkhill as a playful, welcoming and child-friendly neighbourhood aligned to the CFN vision and Springfield Project values., Programme Development
* Lead the development and delivery of a neighbourhood-wide play offer, including playschemes, Playstreets, out-door play and enrichment activities
* Facilitate self-directed play, enabling children and young people to explore their own interests, ideas and relationships
* Promote understanding of the importance of play for wellbeing, belonging and community connection
* Support the development of playful environments, events and opportunities across Sparkhill
* Continuously review and improve provision based on participation, feedback and learning.
Participation and Community
* Engagement Ensure the voices and experiences of children, young people and families shape provision, environments and activities
* Build positive relationships with children, young people, families and community partners
* Encourage participation, co-production and family involvement in activities and neighbourhood initiatives
* Promote play as an important part of healthy communities, relationships and belonging
Leadership & Team Working
* Lead and support a team of sessional playworkers and volunteers
* Model and champion high-quality play work practice across the wider CFN programme
* Support staff development through mentoring, supervision and reflective practice
* Contribute to a positive team culture and organisational values
Safeguarding & Inclusion
* Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) for the service area
* Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times
* Promote the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children
* Ensure all provision, including playschemes, events, outreach work and groups, are delivered safely
* Create an inclusive environment where diversity is respected and celebrated
* Challenge discriminatory behaviour appropriately
Quality, Monitoring & Evaluation
* Maintain accurate records in line with data protection and confidentiality requirements
* Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and reporting processes
* Support service reviews and continuous improvement
Partnerships & Strategic Contribution
* Work with partners to enhance opportunities for children and families
* Contribute to the ongoing development of the Child Friendly Neighbourhood programme
* Participate in meetings, including Steering Group where required
General Responsibilities
* Follow organisational policies and procedures
* Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, including evenings and up to 2 Saturdays per month
* Participate in supervision, appraisal and training Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role
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