Play Assistant(s) Required

Job Title: Play Assistant

Location: Castleford, WF10

Job Type: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible working

Salary: 83.85-95 per day

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:

• Supervise and engage children in play activities.
• Support structured and unstructured play, encouraging creativity and social skills.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times.
• Assist in setting up and tidying play areas and equipment.
• Support children with additional needs, ensuring an inclusive environment.
• Promote positive behavior and help resolve minor conflicts in a friendly and supportive manner.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members to maintain a high standard of care.
• Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, and colleagues.
• Follow all safeguarding, health, and safety procedures.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children in a play, childcare, or educational setting (preferred).
• A friendly, patient, and approachable personality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic first aid training (or willingness to complete training).
• Knowledge of child development and play-based learning (desirable).
• A relevant childcare qualification (desirable but not required).
• Ability to adapt to different situations and engage children of various ages.

Must have:

• Right to work in the UK
• Child Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one
• At least 2 references covering the last 24 months

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Training and development opportunities
• A fun and rewarding work environment
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives

Please send across your CV when applying.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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