SEND Specialist Play Team Leader - Bath Area Play Project

SEN Specialist Play Team Leader – Bath Area Play Project

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Specialist Play Leader to lead a small team providing a safe, nurturing environment for primary aged children with SEND on fortnightly Term Time Saturdays, approximately 6 sessions per quarter. Work in some school holidays is also included.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and run play sessions for primary aged children with SEND.
• Lead and support a small team of play leaders.
• Maintain a safe environment, ensuring children are safeguarded.
• Liaise with families for enquiries and allocate places on a termly basis.
• Plan and resource sessions with a small budget, ensuring staff ratios in place.
• Communicate with parents/carers and work alongside the Short Breaks Co‑ordinator regarding holiday bookings.
• Deliver engaging, positive play sessions, providing respite for parents.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Playwork, Education, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children with SEND.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate and Child Protection Training Level 2 or higher (required).
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Good understanding of playwork.

Working Hours & Pay

8 hours/week during term time only; approximately 312 hours per year plus 30 days Holiday Play Scheme (Easter, Summer and October school holidays). Currently face-to-face only, every fortnight.

Location

Bath, BA2; fixed term, subject to extension.

Application Details

To apply, complete and return the BAPP available on our website and send it to the Employer. For queries, email or call (01225) 832479.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and the receipt of two satisfactory references.