Are you looking for enjoyable, flexible work that fits around your schedule? Do you want every shift to feel meaningful? Join us as a Sessional Playworker and help create joyful, empowering play experiences for disabled children and young people in Islington. Make Play Possible. Make a Difference. Working at our vibrant Hayward Adventure Playground, you’ll support children and young people with a wide range of needs—helping them explore, socialise, try new activities, and simply have fun. This is a rewarding opportunity to build hands-on experience, develop your skills, and be part of an inspiring charity dedicated to supporting disabled young people and their families. What You’ll Do As a Sessional Playworker, you will: Work as part of a supportive team, led by a Team Leader, to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging play environment. Provide 1:1 support and small-group supervision, helping children and young people participate in exciting, accessible activities suited to their interests and abilities. Encourage, motivate, and empower children and young people to explore activities they enjoy with confidence. Respond sensitively to each child’s social, emotional, physical, and communication needs, respecting their cultural, religious, and linguistic backgrounds. Use a variety of communication methods to build trust and engage with young people according to their individual needs. Provide physical and personal care when required, always with dignity and respect. Share observations, updates, and concerns with the Team Leader to support each child’s wellbeing. Contribute to sessional reports and maintain accurate records. Follow all relevant risk assessments and stay up to date on any changes to individual care plans. About You We’re looking for people who are caring, enthusiastic, and committed to making a difference. You’ll thrive in this role if you have: Experience working with children with additional needs or in a caregiving role. A genuine belief in the power of play to support children’s development and happiness. The ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong communication, listening, and reflective skills. A proactive attitude and confidence using your initiative. Knowledge of safeguarding and an understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries. The ability to keep accurate records and follow procedures. A fun, open-minded approach to play and leisure activities. Patience, sensitivity, and a non-judgmental outlook. A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. The ability to stay calm and effective under pressure. Why Join Us? Flexible work that fits around your life A role that offers purpose, joy, and the chance to make a real impact Hands-on experience that supports future careers in playwork, education, health, and social care A warm, supportive team in a unique adventure-play environment The details: Location: Hayward Adventure Playground, 15 Market Road, Upper Holloway, N7 9PL Salary: £13.85 per hour (£15.52 including holiday pay)