Playworker

Directorate: Children’s Services

Starting salary: Level 3:- £21,575 per annum pro rata

Location: Based in North Somerset

Contract: Casual, term time only

Closing date: Tuesday 09 May 2023

The Short Breaks team is looking to recruit 3 enthusiastic and motivated Playworkers to be part of a team supporting specialist and community-based activity days across North Somerset for children and young people aged 5 to 18, often on a 1-1 basis. All this work will be during school holidays and occasional Saturdays in term time.

The post holders will assist in delivering activities to children and young people with a wide range of needs. You will work closely with the SENDCAS Team Leaders and will be required to comply with standards set by Ofsted. Good communication skills, flexibility and being a team player are essential for this post. Please read the job description for further details on the role.

This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitations of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Want to know more and apply?

For further details, please contact Jennie Little 07917228302 for further information.

Interview date: TBC

North Somerset Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of our community regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion, belief or sexual orientation. North Somerset Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.