Sunday Player Worker based in Esher
LinkAble supports children, young people and adults with a learning disability and autistic people to create the life they want to live by providing opportunities that develop skills, confidence, and lasting friendships.
The Role
We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic Play Worker to join our team. You will have a passion for working with children and will support in delivering exciting, energetic and age appropriate activities for a group of children aged 5-11 years at our Esher facility. This includes things such as messy play, baking, art and crafts, themed days and occasional outings in the local community.
The role will be both challenging and rewarding and you must enjoy working with others in a busy, sociable and hands-on environment. You will assist with preparing and delivering the sessions within a safe and caring environment and working within the charities policies and procedures. You will support the children with personal care, moving and handling and developing their communication skills and ensure the safeguarding of the vulnerable young people in our care.
No previous experience is required however you may be studying or have an interest in studying childcare, education, psychology or healthcare and be looking for practical experience.
Qualities
- You will have an encouraging and caring personality with a willingness to have fun while being supportive and engaging.
- You must be confident and enthusiastic and able to encourage and help others.
- You must have good communication and interpersonal skills and interact well with both children and your team members.
- You must be reliable, honest and trustworthy.
Free Training
We have a comprehensive e-learning programme offering courses for you to develop skills and enhance your CV, including Induction, Safeguarding, Disability Awareness and First Aid training courses.
Successful candidates will need to attend some training in Woking.
All appointments are subject to satisfactory Enhanced DBS (we arrange) and references
Job Type:
- In person
- Part-time
- Term-time
Schedule:
Pay:
- Between £8.97 - £14.24 (depending on age)
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- Comprehensive training programme
- Supportive environment
- Charity Worker discount card
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lower Green Community Centre, Elmbridge KT10 8AU: able to reliably commute
Language:
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £8.97-£14.24 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Esher KT10 8AU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- What experience do you have of caring for children?
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
