Playworker – Children & Young People SENDCAS
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 20 Mai 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | £25,583 i £25,989 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 15 Mehefin 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | North Somerset Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SCHA1025 |
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We are seeking enthusiastic, caring and reliable playworkers to join our SENDCAS short breaks team. We are looking for individuals who can commit to working both during term time and school holidays.
As a Playworker, you will help create a safe, fun and inclusive environment where children and young people with additional needs can relax, play, explore new activities and build independence. You will work as part of a supportive team to plan and deliver creative play and leisure activities during term-time sessions and school holidays. These run term time Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, and Saturday mornings. During the holidays, the activities run all week, for a full day.
This role is ideal if you are:
Passionate about making a positive difference
Looking for flexible work alongside study or other commitments
Keen to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people with SEND
Key Responsibilities:
Support the planning and delivery of safe, creative and enjoyable play and leisure activities
Work directly with children and young people with additional needs, encouraging inclusion, confidence and choice
Provide personal care, support with mobility, and administer medication or first aid where required (training provided)
Act as a positive role model, promoting respect, teamwork and positive behaviour
Build effective relationships with children, families, carers and colleagues
Follow safeguarding, health & safety and equality policies at all times
Contribute to records, feedback and continuous improvement of the service
Attend training sessions and team meetings as required
Commit to term time and holiday working
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
NVQ Level 2 (or working towards) or relevant qualifications
Experience (paid or voluntary) working with children or young people with additional needs
A caring, patient and inclusive approach
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Willingness to provide personal care and work in a physically active environment
Understand and respect personal boundaries and responsibilities
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner
Be a role model and promote professionalism in all aspects of the work
Willingness to work flexibly, including both term time and school holidays
Satisfactory enhanced DBS check
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact the SENDCAS Team by email SENDCAS@n-somerset.gov.uk.
As a Playworker, you will help create a safe, fun and inclusive environment where children and young people with additional needs can relax, play, explore new activities and build independence. You will work as part of a supportive team to plan and deliver creative play and leisure activities during term-time sessions and school holidays. These run term time Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, and Saturday mornings. During the holidays, the activities run all week, for a full day.
This role is ideal if you are:
Passionate about making a positive difference
Looking for flexible work alongside study or other commitments
Keen to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people with SEND
Key Responsibilities:
Support the planning and delivery of safe, creative and enjoyable play and leisure activities
Work directly with children and young people with additional needs, encouraging inclusion, confidence and choice
Provide personal care, support with mobility, and administer medication or first aid where required (training provided)
Act as a positive role model, promoting respect, teamwork and positive behaviour
Build effective relationships with children, families, carers and colleagues
Follow safeguarding, health & safety and equality policies at all times
Contribute to records, feedback and continuous improvement of the service
Attend training sessions and team meetings as required
Commit to term time and holiday working
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
NVQ Level 2 (or working towards) or relevant qualifications
Experience (paid or voluntary) working with children or young people with additional needs
A caring, patient and inclusive approach
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Willingness to provide personal care and work in a physically active environment
Understand and respect personal boundaries and responsibilities
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner
Be a role model and promote professionalism in all aspects of the work
Willingness to work flexibly, including both term time and school holidays
Satisfactory enhanced DBS check
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact the SENDCAS Team by email SENDCAS@n-somerset.gov.uk.
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