Job vacancy details
Peripatetic Play Inclusion Officer
| Employer | Bracknell Forest Council | Children, Young People and Learning | Reference | CYPL1410 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published | Wed 04/08/2010 12:00 PM | Closing Date | Mon 06/09/2010 12:00 PM |
| Working Pattern | Part Time, Temporary position | Hours | 25 hours per week during school term time (up to 37 per week during school holidays) |
| Salary | £14,400 - £17,500 per annum (for 25 hours per week) | CRB Check | Enhanced |
| Location | The section is based at The Rowans Children's Centre, Pondmoor Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, however, the postholder will be required to work at various sites throughout the Borough. | ||
We are seeking to appoint a Peripatetic Play Inclusion Officer to support out of school play settings across Bracknell Forest. The successful applicant will work with providers to build their capacity to support children with a range of additional needs.
You will be working to develop new and improve existing practise around inclusion. Your work will have significant impact on the lives of children and young people in Bracknell Forest. Play inclusion initiatives within the scope of the job role relate to those for children and young people aged 4-18.
Qualified to level 3 of above in Playwork, Early Years and Childcare or equivalent, you will also have experience of working with children and young people with a range of additional needs. Enthusiastic and self- motivated, you will have excellent communication and leadership skills, plus a sound understanding of the playwork principles. This is an interesting, varied and challenging role that will provide the right candidate with a huge amount of job satisfaction.
Fixed Term, initially until the end of March 2011. Job share considered
For an informal discussion, please contact James Saunders, Play & Childcare Development Co-ordinator on 01344 312817.
Interview date:15 September 2010 (provisional)
Equal Opportunities
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Please read the Application Pack below before you apply for this job. It contains information that you will need to refer to when applying. Not referring to this information is likely to reduce your chances of success.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff employed by the Council in contact with children/young people or vulnerable adults must be aware that a Criminal Record Bureau check will be undertaken.We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible apply for these prior to interview.
Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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Other Attributes
- Keywords: children, play
- Sector: Local Government
- Occupations: Leisure & Tourism, Nursery and Pre-school, Youth Work, Community, Teaching, Educational Services
- Location: Berkshire
