Play Assistant(s) Required, West Yorkshire
Client: Teaching Personnel
Location: West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 7459a5162751
Job Views: 7
Posted: 03.03.2025
Expiry Date: 17.04.2025
Job Description:
Job Title: Play Assistant
Location: Ossett, WF5
Job Type: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible working
Job Summary:
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and creative Play Assistant to support children in a safe, fun, and engaging play environment in an EYFS setting. The Play Assistant will help facilitate activities, supervise children, and promote positive interactions while ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Supervise and engage children in play activities.
2. Support structured and unstructured play, encouraging creativity and social skills.
3. Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times.
4. Assist in setting up and tidying play areas and equipment.
5. Support children with additional needs, ensuring an inclusive environment.
6. Promote positive behavior and help resolve minor conflicts in a friendly and supportive manner.
7. Work collaboratively with other staff members to maintain a high standard of care.
8. Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, and colleagues.
9. Follow all safeguarding, health, and safety procedures.
Requirements:
1. Experience working with children in a play, childcare, or educational setting (preferred).
2. A friendly, patient, and approachable personality.
3. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
4. Basic first aid training (or willingness to complete training).
5. Knowledge of child development and play-based learning (desirable).
6. A relevant childcare qualification (desirable but not required).
7. Ability to adapt to different situations and engage children of various ages.
Must have:
1. Right to work in the UK
2. Child Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one
3. At least 2 references covering the last 24 months
Please send across your CV when applying. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
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