Play and Sensory Centre Support Assistant x 3
About us
Warrington Play & Sensory Centre is an activity centre with a café for disabled children, young people, and adults with additional needs based in Woolston, Warrington. We provide a fun, engaging, and safe environment for children, young people, and adults through various sessions.
Reports to: Sensory Centre Manager
The role
1. Be part of a team working in a café setting, taking orders and payments using an electronic till, preparing food, and serving.
2. Maintain high standards of hygiene to ensure the centre and equipment are kept clean.
3. Work 12 hours per week, including weekends and evenings on a rota basis. Daytime hours may be available depending on centre needs and staff coverage.
What's needed?
* GCSE in English and Maths at grade A-C or 5-9, or working towards them.
* Experience in café work, till sales, and customer service.
* Effective communication skills and experience working with disabled children, families, and vulnerable adults.
Benefits
Along with a competitive salary, benefits include:
* 26 days annual holiday, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata).
* Access to our attractive benefits package.
* Participation in our Health & Wellbeing Programme.
* Uniform and safety equipment provided.
Key Dates & Further Information
For more details, visit our website: Warrington Play and Sensory Centre | warrington.gov.uk
For an informal discussion, contact Julie Herbert, Centre Manager, or Carla Timmins, Centre Coordinator (in manager's absence) at 01925 817347 or via email at sensorycentre@warrington.gov.uk.
Note: The ability to communicate confidently in spoken English and provide advice to customers is essential.
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Shortlisting date: 28 May 2025
Interview date: 9 & 10 June 2025
DBS clearance is required.
Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer.
Address: The Sensory Centre, Hall Road, Warrington, WA1 4PB
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