Job description - Support/Play Assistant
Post 1: Hours of work: 3/4 days a week per school holiday and 2/3 Saturdays a month. Generally, a 7 hour work day. Contracted post, can be flexible on days. Option to add additional dates.
Post 2: Hours of work: As and when required on a zero hours contract for our fortnightly Saturday Club, Holiday Club and our community activities to bowling, meals out etc, once or twice a month.
We offer flexible working patterns.
LEAPS Suffolk provides out of school/college clubs and activities at our base site for children and young people age 5 - 25 years, with additional needs, including Autism and ADHD. We also provide community based activities within a group (not 1:1 support in the community)
- Undertake appropriate and relevant training.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures e.g. health and safety, equal opportunities, safeguarding, confidentiality etc.
- Establish and maintain good communication with the manager, colleagues, parents, visitors and people who use our service.
- Attend regular meetings including team meetings, supervision etc.
- Assist in following individual risk assessments and care plans.
- Engage with, and assist with the delivery of appropriate activities and experiences for those who attend the club.
- Be responsible for setting up and maintaining a safe, secure and stimulating environment for all.
- Assist with the supervision of all those who attend the club.
- Provide comprehensive care and support for all those who attend the club.
- Administer first aid when necessary.
- Carry out personal care while respecting the dignity of individuals.
- Adhere to the requirements of Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Complete day to day paperwork.
- Prepare a healthy snack.
- Evaluate sessions and contribute ideas to ensure good practice.
- Report any relevant information to the Session Lead.
- Any other duties as deemed appropriate to your role.
LEAPS Suffolk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all who use our services. You should also share this commitment.
2 suitable references are required for this post and we will obtain an Enhanced DBS for you, if successful at interview.
** Hourly pay is dependant on age of applicant and level of experience/qualifications. For more information please email us.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
