Playworker

Playworker

3pm-6pm. Based in Bradley Stoke.

Working at Shine

Shine is one of the leading Sports Coaching and Wraparound Care companies in the Bristol region. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about having a positive impact on primary school children through the medium of sports and creative activities.

Our dedicated teams comprise of experienced coaches who inspire and motivate children of all abilities and ages to excel. First and foremost we want you to deliver an exciting and engaging sports session that children can't wait to come back to.

The role

We are looking for experienced enthusiastic Playworker coaches who will deliver a range of activities, motivating and inspiring children during our afterschool clubs (3pm-6pm) and also possible additional hours in the holidays at our holiday clubs if desired.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about having a positive impact on primary school children through the medium of creative, sports play activities.

We seek to provide children with opportunities to learn, develop and be inspired, and that’s exactly what we want for our staff too. Working with children is a rewarding and fulfilling role, and at Shine we want to hear your ideas and ambitions.

The role

Your role as a playworker involves supporting and inspiting children in all their endeavours. We are looking for enthusiastic and nurturing individuals who are patient, positive and empathic. Skills in engagement, de-escalation and behaviour management are key.

The successful candidates will need to be organised and enthusiastic with the ability to communicate and interact with both children and parents in an approachable and professional manner.

Top candidates will have experience of working with children with SEND although this is not essential.

Shine principles

· Enthusiasm for making a difference to children’s lives

· Work well in a team and independently

· Good communication skills

· Adaptability and the ability to take initiative

· A positive and professional attitude

What we will give you in return

• An exciting and sociable workplace
• A competitive salary with annual pay reviews
• 28 days holiday per annum
• Pension Scheme
• Free childcare during your working hours
• Training opportunities to develop you in your role
• Support in developing your career path

Go on, get in touch!

Shine is committed to achieving a working environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, gender, pregnancy and maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, disability, religion or beliefs, age or sexual orientation.

Shine is committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices, policies and procedures.

All candidates will be subject to a full enhanced DBS check and will receive training where appropriate.

A driving licence is desirable but not essential.

Shine principles : Safe, Happy, Inspired, Nurtured, Empowered

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 15 - 25 per week

Pay: Up to £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme

Application question(s):

• Do you drive?

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person