Hours : 18 hours per week Contract : Fixed Term 12 months Salary : £12.90 per hour (£12,074.40 per annum) Action Homeless is seeking an enthuastic individual to work with children and families who are living in temporary accommodation, through delivery of play sessions and personalised support. You will have a passion for working with children and young people and will be committed to helping families to break the cycle of homelessness. You will work alongside parents and other professionals to identify individual needs of children and implement activities and support which enables children to feel more stable, develop meaningful relationships and to express their emotions appropriately. You will design and deliver sessions which help to instill a sense of routine and build childrens self confidence. You will need to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where the delivery of safe and creative play opportunities can occur. You will be required to encourage participation in activities and work collaboratively with others to enhance childrens wellbeing. A minimum of Level 2 in Childcare/Early Years or equivalent qualification is required. This is a fantastic opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of children who are affected by homelessness in Leicester. Closing Date: Friday 7 th March ADZN1_UKTJ