Job Description
Play Space Designer – Ulverston, Cumbria - 5 Days in officeSalary: Up to £29,000 depending on experienceHours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Are you bursting with creativity and love turning ideas into reality? Do you get a buzz from seeing children’s faces light up when they explore a new play space? If so, this is your chance to join a growing, imaginative business in Ulverston as a Play Space Designer. This is a hands-on, fully immersive role where no two days are the same. You’ll be taking concepts and transforming them into outdoor play areas that inspire, delight, and bring joy to children every day.What’s in it for you
* Competitive salary up to £29,000 plus a company profit bonus
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (and extra for milestone birthdays!)
* Personalised wellbeing plans, high street discounts, and a Health Cash Plan
* Employee Assistance Programme and supportive, friendly team culture
The role As a Play Space Designer, you’ll be the creative force behind exciting outdoor play spaces. Your daily adventures will include:
* Creating accurate CAD layouts and costings from client briefs and site information
* Ensuring all designs are safe, practical, and meet industry standards
* Keeping design and costing information up to date in the CRM system
* Collaborating with colleagues, sharing ideas, and learning from the team
* Hitting personal and team targets in a fast-paced, imaginative environment
If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves, problem-solving, and turning bold ideas into tangible spaces, this is the role for you.About you We’re looking for someone who is:
* Creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about design
* Confident using design software such as AutoCAD (Photoshop is a bonus)
* Skilled with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and comfortable with numbers
* Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects at once
* Excited about collaborating with a team while taking ownership of your own work
Why this role is different This isn’t just another desk job. Here, your creativity will make a real difference. You’ll work as part of a supportive, friendly team, and see first-hand the impact your designs have on children’s lives. Full training is provided, so whether you’re an experienced designer or looking to take your skills to the next level, you’ll have the support you need to succeed. If you’re ready to bring your ideas to life and create play spaces that inspire, we’d love to hear from you!Location: Office-based in Ulverston, Cumbria (commutable from Barrow, Kendal, Dalton-in-Furness, and surrounding areas)