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We’re looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our team in supporting SEND children and young people aged 5–16 who attend the Club Hub. These sessions are funded through a range of programmes including the Department for Education’s HAF Programme, the Hardship Alliance for extended SEND provision, and Short Breaks.
We deliver high-quality care through fun and engaging activities for children and young people with SEND after school, during school holidays, and one Saturday a month. As a Playworker, your main role will be to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can thrive.
We’re looking for people who:
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<li>Have experience or a strong passion for working with children and young people with a range of disabilities and complex needs.</li>
<li>Are keen to learn about different communication styles and behavioural needs.</li>
<li>Can work effectively under pressure in a busy, diverse and demanding work environment.</li>
<li>Ability to have fun, engage children and young people to access a range of activities, whilst keeping them safe.</li>
<li>Can be positive role models, helping children develop social and independent living skills.</li>
<li>Be committed to Safeguarding.</li>
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What we offer:&nbsp;As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference in children’s lives. We provide a full induction and training programme, with ongoing support and supervision.
About the role:&nbsp;As a Playworker, you’ll help children and young people stay safe and reach their potential by:
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<li>Supporting communication using tools such as Makaton, PECS, and assistive technology.</li>
<li>Facilitating access to a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, sensory play, sports, games, water play, and more.</li>
<li>Promoting independence in life skills such as mealtimes, personal care, and safety.</li>
<li>Encouraging the development of social skills and helping children build positive relationships.</li>
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Flexible Hours:&nbsp;This role offers flexible working hours that can fit around your other commitments.
Interested?&nbsp;For more information, please contact: Sophie Hookway <a href="mailto:sophie.hookway@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">sophie.hookway@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: 11pm, 3rd November 2025
Interview date: TBC on successful application
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a regular basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Casual SEND Playworker

Job DescriptionSalary: £15.16 per hour&nbsp;Grade: C&nbsp;PermanentPart Time:&nbsp;Various Hours available (Saturdays, after school and half terms)&nbsp;&nbsp;The Disabled Children’s Short Breaks and Outreach Service provide short break sessions for children after school, during weekends and during school holidays.Are you enthusiastic and would like to work with our wonderful children? We are looking for staff that will support qualified centre staff and also lead and facilitate short break sessions to provide children with safe fun and challenging activities. You will be working with children aged 4-18 with a broad spectrum of needs. &nbsp;Successful applicants will be required to:'<ul> <li>Directly support children attending the Disabled Children’s Short Breaks and Outreach Service.</li> <li>Assist in the setting up and putting away of activities/equipment during sessions.</li> <li>Where necessary to plan and lead sessions (dependant on qualification) taking responsibility for children and staff.</li> <li>Assist in maintaining the play area; ensuring safety, cleanliness and providing an enriching learning environment for our children.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Develop positive relationships with the children and young people who attend our services.</li> <li>Engage and support children and young people in social, recreational decision making opportunities.</li> <li>Support the developmental needs of the children and young people accessing our service.</li> <li>Work effectively with colleagues to provide a safe and stimulating environment for the children and young people accessing our service.</li></ul>It is desirable for successful candidates to hold a Level 3 childcare qualification.Successful applicants will have previous experience of direct work with disabled children.For an informal discussion about these posts, please contact Lauren Riddick, Centre Manager&nbsp;or Jackie Harper, Deputy Manager&nbsp;on 01375 652200.A Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced level with Children's Barred List will be required for this post.Closing Date: 11th January 2026Interviews Date: TBCTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ee38moA7AcdJs2r_pxm0aJ8BbGwKzKrDErG5mxylYFugTA?e=W5YTvy" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”Application Requirements&nbsp;As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp;If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp;<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a><a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</a><a>Applicants who hold a </a>Vi<a>sa must provide valid evidence of their right to work in the UK for this role. If you are applying under the Skilled Worker </a>V<a>isa route for supplementary employment, please ensure the role is eligible by reviewing the criteria outlined on the official government website: </a><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Specialist Support Worker

Job Description Salary: £15.16 per hour Grade: C Casual Contract Zero Hours:&nbsp;Various Hours available (Saturdays, after school hours and school holidays) &nbsp; The Disabled Children’s Short Breaks and Outreach Service provide short break sessions for children after school, during weekends and during school holidays. Are you enthusiastic and would like to work with our wonderful children? We are looking for staff that will support qualified centre staff and also lead and facilitate short break sessions to provide children with safe fun and challenging activities. You will be working with children aged 4-19 with a broad spectrum of needs. &nbsp; Successful applicants will be required to:' <ul> <li>Directly support children attending the Disabled Children’s Short Breaks and Outreach Service.</li> <li>Assist in the setting up and putting away of activities/equipment during sessions.</li> <li>Where necessary to plan and lead sessions (dependant on qualification) taking responsibility for children and staff.</li> <li>Assist in maintaining the play area; ensuring safety, cleanliness and providing an enriching learning environment for our children.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Develop positive relationships with the children and young people who attend our services.</li> <li>Engage and support children and young people in social, recreational decision making opportunities.</li> <li>Support the developmental needs of the children and young people accessing our service.</li> <li>Work effectively with colleagues to provide a safe and stimulating environment for the children and young people accessing our service.</li> </ul> It is desirable for successful candidates to hold a Level 3 childcare qualification, but not essential.&nbsp; Successful applicants will have previous experience of direct work with disabled children. For an informal discussion about these posts, please contact Lauren Riddick, Centre Manager&nbsp;or Jackie Harper, Deputy Manager&nbsp;on 01375 652200. A Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced level with Children's Barred list will be required for this post. Closing Date: 11th January 2026 Interviews Date: TBC To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EZWpretqt99Eq2jrBxqjn-0BDgk7li6fKsqY5vfVg3mPeg?e=1mtIjY" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a> <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</a> <a>Applicants who hold a </a>Vi<a>sa must provide valid evidence of their right to work in the UK for this role. If you are applying under the Skilled Worker </a>V<a>isa route for supplementary employment, please ensure the role is eligible by reviewing the criteria outlined on the official government website: </a><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK</a>





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Can you help in our meadow?Adults are required to help children bake cakes in the mud kitchen, climb trees, play hide and seek with their friends, take turns on the monkey bars or the slides, look out to sea from the lookout post, dig and build in the sandpit and hunt for minibeasts in the grass …Sometimes we play inside too!Tarnerland Nursery School, a not-for-profit nursery maintained by the Local Authority, is looking for another Nursery Assistant.Essential qualification: Relevant Early Years qualifications, minimum Level 3Hours: 34.5 hours per week, shifts between 8am and 6pm (on a stable rota of 2 long days and 3 short days), Monday - FridayPaid weeks per year: 52 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)Start date:&nbsp;ImmediateShortlisting, interviewing and recruitment to these posts is done on a ongoing basis. &nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>Benefits of working at Tarnerland;<ul><li>The nursery is in the centre of the city, close to the beach and town, in a light, spacious building with extensive outdoor space including a large garden shaded by mature trees, over-looking the sea.</li><li>We are a large experienced, professional and happy team.</li><li>Regular supervision sessions are offered, supporting professional development and personal wellbeing and staff training takes place regularly throughout the year.</li><li>There are dedicated times to meet new key children and their families, as well as dedicated times for planning and preparation.</li><li>We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in our community.</li></ul>Staff at Tarnerland are council employees with entitlement to all of the protected working rights upheld by Brighton and Hove City council, this includes;<ul><li>A pay structure linked to national pay reviews.</li><li>A generous pension scheme.</li><li>Up to 27 days paid holiday per year (including Christmas and a one week summer closure) plus 8 bank holidays.</li><li>Protected pay when sick.</li><li>Fair policies and protocol that give clear guidance to employee and employer.</li><li>Entitlement to local council support services e.g. pay and pension advice, occupational health, etc.</li></ul>Applicants should have;<ul><li>A relevant childcare qualification.</li><li>Experience of working with children under five in an Early Years environment.</li><li>Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and practical experience of planning and assessing for children of this age.</li><li>A proven work ethic and willingness to work as part of a team.</li><li>Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding.</li></ul>We welcome visits from prospective candidates, please contact us if you would like a tour prior to applying.Closing date:&nbsp;No closing date - we are accepting applications on a rolling basis until our positions are filled.How to apply:&nbsp;We recommend and prefer completed application forms to be sent directly to Tarnerland Nursery School, Sussex Street, Brighton, BN2 0AR or emailed to our office email address. To request an application pack please email: <a href="mailto:louisecollings@tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">louisecollings@tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a> or telephone 01273 658100Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk/</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.&nbsp;All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks and vetting procedures.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityWe are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Nursery Assistant

Job Title: Residential Childcare Workers Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum plus 6% market enhancement* *Sleep In allowances are paid at £40 per night. There are opportunities to work additional hours and overtime across the Service. Hours: 37.0 Contract Type: Permanent <h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire County Council believes in keeping young people close, to enable them to maintain their identity, and to maintain links with the community to which they belong, this in turn allows us to support these young people, their families, and friends.We understand the impact of trauma on children and are passionate about helping these young people find their strengths and explore what they want to achieve with their lives. We believe in nurturing positive relationships and are wholly dedicated to never giving up on a child.<h4>About the role</h4>Below are some of the things you could say about your role on a day-to-day basis working in our Residential Care homes:“It’s the best job in the World” “The work life balance is brilliant” “I am at home more than I am at work – both families benefit” “’Thanks for running me a bath’ – is what made me smile today – win/win”.If you really want to make a difference to a young person’s life then read on……It is hard to put a job title on a role where you are mentor, teacher, coach, deliverer of parental guidance, role model, therapist, councillor, and family liaison, often all in the same day.Daily you will be liaising with a host of individuals and services, from our young person’s family to schools and education authorities, social workers, police and a whole range of other internal and external contacts.The essence of the role is to support, almost as an extension of the family, one young person to help them develop into adulthood as effectively as possible, establishing routine, boundaries and consistency in a calm, non-judgemental manner. You will work with children and young people who display challenging behaviour due to early life trauma.No two days are the same in our Residential Service - on your working days you could be taking your young person horse riding, painting, for a drive, for a walk, out shopping, or attending virtual schools. You will support children to achieve and grow through positive experiences.“You are there when I rise, when I eat, when I play, and you are there to put me to bed at the end of my day”.Our commitment to young people in our care is to be there around the clock for them. As part of your role you will complete relevant paperwork and work within relevant legislation.You will be part of a team working on a shift/rota basis; you will work together with the rest of the team, and your senior, to organise this in advance.&nbsp;&nbsp; Due to the nature of our care, there may be occasions where you need to swap shifts and working together with your team we can achieve this flexibility.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Full UK Driving Licence (including business insurance) and regular access to a car.</li><li>Passion for working with children.</li><li>Ability to learn and implement training.</li><li>Flexible and innovative to meet the challenge.</li><li>Willing to work shifts, including evening/ weekend/ bank holidays and sleeping duties.</li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Hold Diploma level 3/ 4 Health and social care.</li><li>Experience of working with children or caring for children and young people</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care, level &nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:&nbsp;Job profiles - Health and social careFor an informal discussion and more information please contact: Sabika Sabeen&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Sabika.Sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sabika.Sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;- 07515 663033.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Sponsorship:&nbsp;We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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