Liverpool Children's Play and Health Care Worker
Childrens Play and Health Care Worker (0-2 Years Experience). Female applicants only (as stated in the original job description).
Must DRIVE & have OWN CAR. No visa sponsorship available.
Location: Liverpool
Role Type: Variable
Hours: Part-Time & Full-Time
Hourly Rate: £12.21
At Lagans Foundation, we're not your typical care provider. We work differently because children need different things.
As a Children\'s Play and Healthcare Worker, you\'ll join our vibrant internal care team, supporting children and young people aged 0 to 19 with a variety of health and developmental needs, in their own homes and communities. You\'ll be there to play, engage, and care not just provide personal support. We are in families\' homes for a minimum of two hours per visit, and during that time, we don\'t just tick off tasks, we create joy, promote development, and build lasting memories for children who may have limited time.
Main duties of the job
This role isn\'t about ticking care plans; it\'s about creating moments that matter.
* Use play to connect, support learning, development and emotional wellbeing
* Actively contribute to meaningful, fun, and safe experiences
* Provide high-quality care alongside play, including personal care where needed
* Build trusted relationships with families and colleagues
* Think on your feet and adapt to each child\'s unique world
* Attend regular team meetings, training, and supervision
* Keep up-to-date records and contribute to excellent communication across the team
* Take part in team bonding, training, and buddying new team members
* Be a true ambassador of Lagans Foundation; we are one family
In addition, you\'ll need:
* Experience working with children and young people
* A love for play-based learning and interaction
* Confidence to work independently and collaboratively
* A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (with business insurance)
* A willingness to work towards, or already hold, Level 3 Health & Social Care
* Ideally, a qualification in childcare, play work, or similar and Level 2 Health and Social Care
* A clear Enhanced DBS-Child & Adult
About us
Be Yourself: Lagans Foundation embraces Diversity and Inclusion, celebrating differences while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and are open to discussing flexible working options and reasonable adjustments during recruitment. Join us in shaping a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.
We are a growing team with one goal: to provide quality heartfelt care. Our values are:
* Passion
* Resilience
* Integrity and Communication
* Empathy
Job responsibilities
Childrens Play and Health Care Worker (0-2 Years Experience) responsibilities and requirements appeared earlier in this description; the content above already covers duties and expectations.
What Makes You a Good Fit?
We hire people, not just qualifications. We\'re looking for individuals who naturally live our five values:
* Passion — you care deeply about helping children thrive
* Resilience — you can handle emotional situations with strength and grace
* Integrity — you do the right thing, even when no one is watching
* Good Communication — you listen well, speak kindly, and work as part of a team
* Empathy — you truly understand and connect with the children and families you support
In addition, you\'ll need:
* Experience working with children and young people
* A love for play-based learning and interaction
* Confidence to work independently and collaboratively
* A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (with business insurance)
* A willingness to work towards, or already hold, Level 3 Health & Social Care
* Ideally, a qualification in childcare, play work, or similar and Level 2 Health and Social Care
* A clear Enhanced DBS-Child & Adult
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this role, you must:
* Be a UK national, or
* Have settled/pre-settled status, or
* Hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) or Indefinite Leave to Enter (ILE)
* Have been ordinarily resident in the UK or EEA for at least the past 3 years before the start of the role
* Be aged 16 or over and not in full-time education
* Have the right to work in the UK we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role
Applicants who do not meet these criteria cannot be considered.
Why Join Us?
Because we are a family we take care of our own. Here\'s what you\'ll get in return:
* 28 days holiday (FTE)
* Health Cash Plan (Hospital Saturday Fund) and Perkbox
* Unlimited Counselling
* Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options
* On-site parking where applicable
* Ongoing training, professional development, and emotional support
Be You, With Us
At Lagans Foundation, we welcome you all. We embrace diversity, celebrate individuality, and support every team member to grow. We\'re proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer, and we\'re happy to discuss flexible working and any reasonable adjustments you may need.
Ready to Help Children Thrive Through Play?
If you want to bring light into the lives of children with complex needs, and you believe in the power of play, care, and connection we want to hear from you.
Send in your CV to applications@lagans.org.uk or call 01204800304 to have an informal chat.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
* Company pension
* Sick pay
Person Specification
Qualifications
* GCSE Maths and English Grade C and above or equivalent
* Level 2 Health and Social Care
* Level 3 Health and Social Care
* Enhanced DBS Child and Adult Workforce
Experience
* Experience of working with children
* Experience of delivering personal care
* Experience of working shifts
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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