Cambridge Kids Club is Cambridge’s leading wrap around care provider. We have 13 settings in and around the City of Cambridge providing the highest quality of care for children aged 4-14 years. Our Breakfast, After School and Holiday Clubs are child led, play based provisions where children are encouraged to follow their own interests in a safe and exciting environment.
We are looking for a Playworker for 1:1 SEN support two afternoons a week 2.30pm-6pm starting September 2026.
Duties and Key Responsibilities:
- Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring they can fully access and enjoy the play setting in a safe, inclusive and positive environment.
- Build a trusting, supportive relationship with the child, encouraging independence, confidence and social interaction with their peers.
- Be aware of changes in children’s friendships, proactively encouraging their socialising and play
- Be aware of safe guarding and child protection
- To report any concerns or problems to the play leaderc
- Set up engaging play spaces and resources that encourage independent, creative and inclusive play.
- Plan, organise and participate in a range of fun, age-appropriate activities for all children.
- Prepare and serve healthy snacks, taking into account individual dietary requirements and allergies.
- Support children's play by joining in where appropriate or supervising in an encouraging and unobtrusive manner.
- Promote positive behaviour and implement agreed strategies to support the individual needs of the child receiving 1:1 support.
- Be responsible for the wellbeing and safety of children within your designated area, with particular awareness of their individual medical, dietary, emotional and behavioural needs.
- Encourage positive friendships, inclusion and social development, supporting children to build relationships and participate in group activities.
Requirements:
- Level 2 or 3 Qualifications in play work or childcare would be an advantage but not essential. If you are willing to work towards these qualifications, training and development is available.
- Ability to drive (with a full clear driving license) would be an advantage, but not essential
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. All positions with Cambridge Kids Club are subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks as well as satisfactory reference checks.
All positions with CKC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore you are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’.
Location:
We are specifically looking to recruit for our CAMBRIDGE (CB4) setting.
Pay: From £11.58 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- SEN Support: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
