Playworker
Location: Shoreditch Adventure Playground/ Hackney Marsh Adventure Playground.
Type: Full-time
About the Role
Service Care Solutions are currently seeking experienced Playworkers to join Hackney Council's team at two Adventure Playgrounds in London. As a Playworker, you will be responsible for delivering open access play activities for children and young people aged 6 to 15. This is a physically demanding role, with work predominantly outdoors on the adventure playground. You will be expected to deliver activities outdoors in all weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver open access play activities for children and young people aged 6 to 15
Ensure the safety and well-being of all children and young people attending the adventure playground
Encourage and support children and young people to engage in play activities
Set up and pack away equipment and resources as required
Ensure that the adventure playground is clean and tidy at all times
Requirements
Experience of delivering open access play activities for children and young people aged 6 to 15, ideally in an adventure playground setting
Experience and understanding of the Playwork Principles, the different play types and principles behind adventure playwork
A satisfactory DBS check at enhanced level
Working Hours
The role is full-time, with hours varying depending on the time of year. During the Summer Holiday provision, the hours are Monday to Friday 10:00 - 17:30. During Term Time, the hours are Tuesday - Friday 15:30 - 19:00 and Saturday 10:30 - 16:30.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Playworker role, please submit your CV via email to (url removed) or call the office on (phone number removed) to discuss further