Overview
Play and Youth Support Worker, Surrey. This is a full-time role on a fixed-term, bank or annualised hours contract. Working hours are variable, including holidays, half terms, weekends and evenings all year round. Please specify your preferred contract type when applying.
Responsibilities
* Help children and young people enjoy safe, engaging, and creative play and leisure activities that support development and wellbeing.
* Plan and support activities tailored to individual needs using each young person’s "All About Me" guidance.
* Provide assistance with personal care, mealtimes, communication, and physical comfort while always respecting privacy and dignity.
* Collaborate with play and youth club supervisors.
* Build positive relationships with young people and their families.
* Report concerns or changes to senior staff promptly.
* Ensure practice aligns with policies, procedures, and OFSTED standards.
* Keep accurate records and maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
About You / Qualifications
* Experience supporting children, young people, or adults with disabilities.
* Good interpersonal and communication skills.
* Good play and engagement skills.
* A good level of IT literacy.
* The role may involve supporting individuals who need manual handling.
* All staff are required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check. Please indicate if you are registered with the DBS Update Service.
Requirements & Other Information
* Publicly advertised as equal opportunities employer; commitment to diversity and inclusive environments.
* Office-based roles may involve periods of elevated noise and disruption due to the environment.
* Other organisations may refer to this role by alternative titles (e.g., Play Worker, EYFS Worker, Nursery Assistant, Care Assistant, etc.).
Benefits
* Salary of £12.21 per hour.
* 38 days’ annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
* A culture of progression and development.
What’s more, joining a dedicated team helps enable people to achieve an inclusive world and make a difference to countless lives in Surrey.
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