Play Worker/ Mentor
OFFERED BY:
Look Inside Sensory Learning & PlayLocation(s): Berridge, Sherwood
Address where volunteering takes place: New Generation Community Hub David Lane Basford Nottingham NG5 3HJHow many places are on offer? 2
Purpose of Role:
To assist, and be responsible to, the Look Inside Centre manager in providing high quality play services
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
To assist and be responsible to the Look Inside Centre manager in providing high quality play services
Main duties
* To be involved in supporting the planning and reviewing of activities with regard to the service and the needs of individual children and young people.
* To assist supervising of children and young people in organised play/mentor activities at the centre or in learning environments.
* To ensure the safety and welfare of the children and young people using the service.
* To support in the collection of children and young people where agreed in advance.
* To assist in the completion of registration, collection and recording of fees and to complete reports as required.
* To liaise with parents/carers, staff and agencies as required.
* To be involved in supervision, staff meetings and training as appropriate.
* To assist in the planning and development of Look Inside.
* There may be other tasks but we will discuss these with you first.
* To support in planning and conducting mentoring and behaviour support sessions 1:1 (mentors only)
* To support delivery of planned SEAL group sessions (mentors only)
Main duties
* To be involved in supporting the planning and reviewing of activities with regard to the service and the needs of individual children and young people.
* To assist supervising of children and young people in organised play/mentor activities at the centre or in learning environments.
* To ensure the safety and welfare of the children and young people using the service.
* To support in the collection of children and young people where agreed in advance.
* To assist in the completion of registration, collection and recording of fees and to complete reports as required.
* To liaise with parents/carers, staff and agencies as required.
* To be involved in supervision, staff meetings and training as appropriate.
* To assist in the planning and development of Look Inside.
* There may be other tasks but we will discuss these with you first.
* To support in planning and conducting mentoring and behaviour support sessions 1:1 (mentors only)
* To support delivery of planned SEAL group sessions (mentors only)
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Essential:
* Enthusiasm
* Good communication skills
* Able to work well in a team
* Experience of working/volunteering with children.
* An understanding of equal opportunities.
Desirable
* To be able to observe and identify the needs of children and to take the initiative
* Record keeping skills
* Relevant, practical playwork/ leisure skills/mentoring experience
* Relevant childcare qualification especially with additional needs
* Current first aid certificate
* Car driver
* Understanding of safeguarding procedures for children and young people
* Enthusiasm
* Good communication skills
* Able to work well in a team
* Experience of working/volunteering with children.
* An understanding of equal opportunities.
Desirable
* To be able to observe and identify the needs of children and to take the initiative
* Record keeping skills
* Relevant, practical playwork/ leisure skills/mentoring experience
* Relevant childcare qualification especially with additional needs
* Current first aid certificate
* Car driver
* Understanding of safeguarding procedures for children and young people
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out?
DBS Disclosure required? Yes