Playworker
| Posting date: | 10 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 May 2024 |
| Location: | SW8 2PD |
| Company: | Oasisplay |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Salary: £13.26 per hour
Location: 33 Priory Grove, Stockwell, London SW8 2PD
Closing date: Rolling recruitment
Interviews: To be held ASAP, start date ASAP
Other: For further information please contact admin@oasisplay.org.uk
Are you looking for fun, flexible work?
Would you like the chance to make a real difference in children’s lives?
This is an exciting chance to join a well established and respected local charity working to improve the well-being and life chances of children and young people in Stockwell and the surrounding areas.
As a playworker you will be working directly with disabled and non-disabled children and their families, supporting them to access the Oasis Play sites and facilitating exciting
inclusive play opportunities. This is a unique role suitable for enthusiastic, motivated, creative problem solvers with the desire to work in a challenging dynamic outdoor setting. The role will offer you an opportunity to develop your skills in a rewarding environment where you will gain a strong sense of achievement.
Essential
A fun and open minded attitude to play.
A good understanding of and commitment to inclusive play, and to the need to address social inequalities.
The ability to work in a small team and in partnership with other staff.
Enthusiasm to and the ability to work with disabled children and young people in a dynamic play environment.
Ability to work under pressure and to remain calm in challenging situations.
Ability to work in a non-judgemental, patient and sensitive manner.
Willingness to work unsocial hours when the need arises.
Desirable
Experience of working with disabled and non-disabled children and young people, together with a thorough understanding of meeting differing needs.
A recognised qualification in playwork, childcare, a related field, or willingness to work towards one.
Experience of consulting with young people.
Experience in planning and delivering group activities.
Understanding of child protections issues, safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
Full clean driving licence.
**For young people with limited work experience, we offer a play worker 3 months traineeship at a salary rate of £10/h.
Location: 33 Priory Grove, Stockwell, London SW8 2PD
Closing date: Rolling recruitment
Interviews: To be held ASAP, start date ASAP
Other: For further information please contact admin@oasisplay.org.uk
Are you looking for fun, flexible work?
Would you like the chance to make a real difference in children’s lives?
This is an exciting chance to join a well established and respected local charity working to improve the well-being and life chances of children and young people in Stockwell and the surrounding areas.
As a playworker you will be working directly with disabled and non-disabled children and their families, supporting them to access the Oasis Play sites and facilitating exciting
inclusive play opportunities. This is a unique role suitable for enthusiastic, motivated, creative problem solvers with the desire to work in a challenging dynamic outdoor setting. The role will offer you an opportunity to develop your skills in a rewarding environment where you will gain a strong sense of achievement.
Essential
A fun and open minded attitude to play.
A good understanding of and commitment to inclusive play, and to the need to address social inequalities.
The ability to work in a small team and in partnership with other staff.
Enthusiasm to and the ability to work with disabled children and young people in a dynamic play environment.
Ability to work under pressure and to remain calm in challenging situations.
Ability to work in a non-judgemental, patient and sensitive manner.
Willingness to work unsocial hours when the need arises.
Desirable
Experience of working with disabled and non-disabled children and young people, together with a thorough understanding of meeting differing needs.
A recognised qualification in playwork, childcare, a related field, or willingness to work towards one.
Experience of consulting with young people.
Experience in planning and delivering group activities.
Understanding of child protections issues, safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
Full clean driving licence.
**For young people with limited work experience, we offer a play worker 3 months traineeship at a salary rate of £10/h.