Jordanhill School
45 Chamberlain Road, Jordanhill Glasgow, G13 1SP
www.jordanhill.glasgow.sch.uk
Telephone: 0141 576 2500
E-Mail: recruitment@jordanhill.glasgow.sch.uk

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Instrumental String Teacher (Lower Strings Specialist)

We are seeking to appoint an innovative, committed and inspirational lower strings teacher to further develop the work of Wakefield Music Services, consortium partner for the West Yorkshire Music Hub.

The post is initially for 3 days and involves instrumental tuition in a variety of primary and secondary schools across the Wakefield district. This exciting opportunity will involve joining our existing team of string teachers and applicants would need to demonstrate that they have the skills and qualities to deliver high quality instrumental tuition. In addition to instrumental teaching, the post may also involve directing groups and ensembles at one of our vibrant Music Centres.

The successful applicant will benefit from a wealth of high quality support including CPD and mentoring. Instrumental teachers employed by the service enjoy nationally agreed conditions of service and a casual car user allowance is associated with the post.

Starting date is April the 13^th 2026 and the post is initially temporary up till August 2027.

This Job listing is provided by an external organisation. Music Mark does not endorse the content and does not accept any liability for the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the material provided. Music Mark is not responsible for ascertaining the suitability or legal status of a prospective employer.

About the Provider

Wakefield Music Services

Wakefield Music Services have been providing musical opportunities to young people and communities for over 50 years! We are proud to teach over 7,000 young musicians every week and believe that practical music making is for everyone.

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Education Support Worker

Overview

• ID

  299888

• Salary

  £13.49 per hour

• Type

  Fixed Term - Part Time

• Location

  Bedford

• Hours

  14 hours per week

• Closing Date

  01/02/2026

• Downloadable Files

​Could you be a Sense Education Support Worker?

We now have opportunities for Education Support Workers to join our Sense College in Bedford.

This is a permanent role, 14 hours per week, Monday and Wednesday, 9am-4.30pm, across 39 weeks of the year.

This is an exciting role working at the Sense Specialist College, supporting and preparing young people for the journey into adulthood. The successful candidate should have experience of working in an education setting.

As an Education Support Worker, you will work with individuals who have dual or single sensory impairment, learning disability and / or autism. The role involves providing a person- centered approach to meet communication, information and mobility needs.

You will support learners to be as involved as possible in every part of their day to day lives so that they can be full and active members of society.

Does this sound right for you?

Working at Sense gives you a wide range of benefits including:

• 24 days’ holiday + bank holiday entitlement (pro rata for part time); increasing with length of service
• Free DBS Check
• Free leadership and management development (such as our award winning Growing Stronger Leaders Together programme)
• Free access to over 100 online and face to face training including the care certificate.
• On-going development opportunities
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Employee referral scheme
• Health and well-being support
• Pension Scheme
• Discount scheme

Your duties can include:

• To support individuals / groups within the centre and community.
• Team members who support learners with core funded educational needs will also carry out the following education related responsibilities under the guidance of senior education colleagues.
• Maintaining a Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Representing the college at external professional development events for Support Workers.
• Contributing to Individual Learning Plans/ targets and monitoring progress of these.
• Playing a key role in ongoing assessment of learners
• To provide a customised, responsive and high quality service to people with multiple sensory impairments, physical and/or learning disabilities who use Sense services.
• To deliver services which meet or exceed organisational expectations and standards.
• Full job specification is attached below.

Your required skills and experiences:

• Previous experience of working with people who have a sensory impairment, autism or learning disability would be an advantage, as would knowledge of BSL, Makaton or other methods of communication however, training will be provided.
• It is essential that you are able to work effectively as part of a team whilst demonstrating your own initiative. You will have had experience of person centred planning, keeping records up to date and providing personal care.
• Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths is an essential requirement for this role.

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a disability confident leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

To ap...

Education Support worker

Overview

• ID

  299520

• Salary

  £13.49 per hour

• Type

  Fixed Term - Part Time

• Location

  Kettering

• Hours

  14 hours hours per week

• Closing Date

  01/02/2026

• Downloadable Files

Could you be an Education Sense Support Worker?

We now have an exciting opportunity for Education Support Workers to join our Sense College in Rothwell.

This is a 1 year fixed term contract role working 14 hours per week, Mon and Thurs 9.15am-4.15pm, for 39 weeks per year.

Your role is to prepare learners appropriately for the many possible transitions into adulthood. You will work closely with learners to achieve outcomes of their Education, Health and Care Plans.

You will work within the framework of the Sense Values to:

• Keep the needs of the learners at the centre of your attention at all times;
• Enable learners to influence their services and the way they are supported;
• Help Sense to provide a high quality education experience
• Supporting people with their personal care is a requirement of this role.

The duties are varied and no two days will be the same. The people we support are individuals and they are all treated as such. As a general guide, you may support with personal care needs, as well as help to take part in a wide range of special interests and activities that support their health and wellbeing.

Does this sound right for you?

Your required skills and experiences;

• Previous experience of working with people who have a sensory impairment, autism or learning disability would be an advantage, as would knowledge of BSL, Makaton or other methods of communication however, training will be provided.
• It is essential that you are able to work effectively as part of a team whilst demonstrating your own initiative. You will have had experience of person centred planning, keeping records up to date and providing personal care.
• Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths is an essential requirement for this role.

Working at Sense gives you a wide range of benefits including:

• 24 days’ holiday + bank holiday entitlement; increasing with length of service
• Free DBS Check
• Free access to over 100 online and face to face training including the care certificate.
• On-going development opportunities
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Employee referral scheme
• Health and well-being support
• Pension Scheme
• Discount scheme

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a disability confident leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If y...

Education Support Worker

Overview

• ID

  300199

• Salary

  £13.18 per hour, inclusive of Allowance

• Type

  Education

• Location

  Knapwell

• Hours

  up to 21 hours

• Closing Date

  01/02/2026

• Downloadable Files

Could you be an Education Sense Support Worker?

We now have an opportunity for an Education Support Worker to join our Sense College in Knapwell.

This is a Fixed term temporary contract for up to 21 hours a week, until the end of academic year in July 2025. The shift pattern is 9.15 to 4.15 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with no shift work, weekends or evenings.

Your role is to prepare learners appropriately for the many possible transitions into adulthood. You will be supporting them in a wide range of education activities that use a person centred approach tailored to learner needs and interests. Programmes focus on developing communication and independent living skills, using the Sense Curriculum Framework to plan individualised targets and objectives that result in achievement and significant outcomes. You will work closely with learners to achieve outcomes of their Education, Health and Care Plans, working within the framework of the Sense Values to:

• Keep the needs of the learners at the centre of your attention at all times;
• Enable learners to influence their services and the way they are supported;
• Help Sense to provide a high quality education experience
• Supporting people with their personal care is a requirement of this role.

The duties are varied and no two days will be the same. The people we support are individuals and they are all treated as such. As a general guide, you may support with personal care needs, as well as help to take part in a wide range of special interests and activities that support their health and wellbeing.

Does this sound right for you?

Working at Sense gives you a wide range of benefits including:

• 24 days’ holiday + bank holidays; increasing with length of service
• Free DBS Check
• Free leadership and management development (such as our award winning Growing Stronger Leaders Together programme)
• Free access to over 100 online and face to face training including the care certificate.
• On-going development opportunities
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Employee referral scheme
• Health and well-being support
• Pension Scheme
• Discount scheme

Your required skills and experiences:

• Previous experience of working with people who have a sensory impairment, autism or learning disability would be an advantage, as would knowledge of BSL, Makaton or other methods of communication however, training will be provided.
• It is essential that you are able to work effectively as part of a team whilst demonstrating your own initiative. You will have had experience of person centred planning, keeping records up to date and providing personal care.
• Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths is an essential requirement for this role.

About Sense Centre Knapwell:

The centre is situated on the outskirts of Cambridge approximately 10 miles outside of Cambridge, in the village of Knapwell, approached through an avenue of mature trees and surrounded by farm land, and with its own garden area. The centre is also a similar distance from Huntingdon, St Neots and St Ives as it is to Cambridge.

The centre offers a wide range of education activities that use a person centred approach tailored to learner needs and interests. Programmes focus on developing communication and independent living skills, using the Sense Curriculum Framework to plan individualised targets and objectives that result in achievement and significant outcomes. Specialist trained teaching staff support individuals on their learner journey, inspiring individual progress by encouraging confidence and celebrating success, enabling them to reach their full potential.

Please note, the center is not covered by a public transport route, so it essential that applicants have alternative means of travel.

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter ...

Job reference:006228

Salary:up to £18,356.73 dependent on hours

Department:Education

Hours Per Week:32.5 hours per week. Bank hours also available

Closing date:28/02/2026

Job Description

Exceptional People Deserve Exceptional Staff

About Shaftesbury Statement

Shaftesbury is a disability charity offering care, education, vocational and rehab services. The charity also provides residential care, nursing and supported living.

Within the education sector, Shaftesbury has one school, Shaftesbury Victoria School, and 2 further education colleges, Shaftesbury Millie College and Shaftesbury Nash College. The school is for students aged 3-19, and the colleges are for students aged 16-25. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), as well as physical and/or intellectual disabilities, and some have profound and complex learning needs.

About the Role

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and reliable individuals who are passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential. You will have a positive attitude, a strong sense of teamwork, and the ability to build trusting and supportive relationships with students.

You will be responsible for supporting students with disabilities and additional needs throughout the school day. This involves helping them to access learning, develop new skills, and enjoy every aspect of school life. Working alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff, you will help create a nurturing, inclusive and safe environment where every student can thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a warm, committed team that values creativity, compassion and collaboration. Whether you’re new to education or looking to develop your existing experience, we’ll provide a comprehensive induction, specialist training, and opportunities for career development to help you succeed.

The successful candidate will be someone who is patient, proactive and committed to supporting children and young people to learn, grow and become more independent, while contributing to the positive, caring culture of Shaftesbury Victoria School.

Key Responsibilities

As an Education Support Worker, you will inspire and support students in their learning and daily activities, helping them enjoy school, build confidence and stay safe. Working closely with teachers and therapists, you will promote wellbeing, independence and inclusion while maintaining high standards of care, communication and teamwork every day.

Bring your interests, enthusiasm and creativity whether it’s art, music, sport, reading, computers, cooking or community involvement, and use them to make learning engaging and meaningful for our students.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• The ability to work as part of a team, while using initiative and showing enthusiasm.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, patient approach.
• Strong basic levels of literacy and numeracy are important for this role. NB If you do not hold formal qualifications, these skills may be assessed as part of the selection process.
• A positive attitude towards training, learning and continuous personal development.
• A commitment to promoting inclusion, wellbeing and respect for all.

Why Join Us?

At Shaftesbury Victoria School, you will join a warm, supportive community that values teamwork, compassion and creativity. From your first day, you will receive a full induction, specialist training and ongoing opportunities to grow. Every day brings the reward of helping young people learn, achieve and flourish. Your ideas, interests and talents will be celebrated as part of our collaborative approach to learning. Here, your work truly makes a difference, not just today, but for every child’s future.

Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Shaftesbury Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff. It is the responsibility of all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and will follow our rigorous safer recruitment processes.

Equality and Diversity

Shaftesbury is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Shaftesbury aims to create and sustain an inclusive work...

Education Support Worker

Overview

• ID

  300651

• Salary

  £13.49 per hour

• Type

  Permanent - Part Time

• Location

  Beccles

• Hours

  21 hours per week

• Closing Date

  11/02/2026

• Downloadable Files

About the role

We’re looking for a motivated person to join our professional team of Education Support Workers at our College in Aldeby working 21 hours per week, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9:15 am-4:15 pm, on a part time, permanent basis.

Your role is to prepare learners appropriately for the many possible transitions into adulthood. You will work closely with learners to achieve outcomes of their Education, Health and Care Plans. You will work within the framework of the Sense Values to:

• Keep the needs of the learners at the centre of your attention at all times;
• Enable learners to influence their services and the way they are supported;
• Help Sense to provide a high quality education experience
• Supporting people with their personal care is a requirement of this role.

About you

• Previous experience of working with people who have a sensory impairment, autism or learning disability would be an advantage, as would knowledge of BSL, Makaton or other methods of communication however, training will be provided.
• It is essential that you are able to work effectively as part of a team whilst demonstrating your own initiative.
• You will have had experience of person centred planning, keeping records up to date and providing personal care.
• Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths is an essential requirement for this role.

About us

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a disability confident leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 415 6735 or recruitment@sense.org.uk

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. We value everyone’s contribution and ensure people are given the opportunity to realise their potential. We will promote equality and diversity in all that we do and the work we do in partnership with others. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about/equality-and-diversity/

Closing Date

11/02/2026

Education Support Worker

Overview

• ID

  301340

• Salary

  £13.18 per hour, inclusive of Allowance

• Type

  Education

• Location

  Knapwell

• Hours

  Various hours available

• Closing Date

  28/02/2026

• Downloadable Files

Could you be an Education Sense Support Worker?

We now have an opportunity for an Education Support Worker to join our Sense College in Knapwell.

We have a variety of hours available on a Fixed term basis, until the end of academic year in December 2026. The shift pattern is 9.15 to 4.15 with no shift work, weekends or evenings.

Your role is to prepare learners appropriately for the many possible transitions into adulthood. You will be supporting them in a wide range of education activities that use a person centred approach tailored to learner needs and interests. Programmes focus on developing communication and independent living skills, using the Sense Curriculum Framework to plan individualised targets and objectives that result in achievement and significant outcomes. You will work closely with learners to achieve outcomes of their Education, Health and Care Plans, working within the framework of the Sense Values to:

• Keep the needs of the learners at the centre of your attention at all times;
• Enable learners to influence their services and the way they are supported;
• Help Sense to provide a high quality education experience
• Supporting people with their personal care is a requirement of this role.

The duties are varied and no two days will be the same. The people we support are individuals and they are all treated as such. As a general guide, you may support with personal care needs, as well as help to take part in a wide range of special interests and activities that support their health and wellbeing.

Does this sound right for you?

Working at Sense gives you a wide range of benefits including:

• 24 days’ holiday + bank holidays; increasing with length of service
• Free DBS Check
• Free leadership and management development (such as our award winning Growing Stronger Leaders Together programme)
• Free access to over 100 online and face to face training including the care certificate.
• On-going development opportunities
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Employee referral scheme
• Health and well-being support
• Pension Scheme
• Discount scheme

Your required skills and experiences:

• Previous experience of working with people who have a sensory impairment, autism or learning disability would be an advantage, as would knowledge of BSL, Makaton or other methods of communication however, training will be provided.
• It is essential that you are able to work effectively as part of a team whilst demonstrating your own initiative. You will have had experience of person centred planning, keeping records up to date and providing personal care.
• Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths is an essential requirement for this role.

About Sense Centre Knapwell:

The centre is situated on the outskirts of Cambridge approximately 10 miles outside of Cambridge, in the village of Knapwell, approached through an avenue of mature trees and surrounded by farm land, and with its own garden area. The centre is also a similar distance from Huntingdon, St Neots and St Ives as it is to Cambridge.

The centre offers a wide range of education activities that use a person centred approach tailored to learner needs and interests. Programmes focus on developing communication and independent living skills, using the Sense Curriculum Framework to plan individualised targets and objectives that result in achievement and significant outcomes. Specialist trained teaching staff support individuals on their learner journey, inspiring individual progress by encouraging confidence and celebrating success, enabling them to reach their full potential.

Please note, the center is not covered by a public transport route, so it essential that applicants have alternative means of travel.

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabili...

Job reference:006228

Salary:up to £18,356.73 dependent on hours

Department:Education

Hours Per Week:32.5 hours per week. Bank hours also available

Closing date:28/02/2026

Job Description

Exceptional People Deserve Exceptional Staff

About Shaftesbury Statement

Shaftesbury is a disability charity offering care, education, vocational and rehab services. The charity also provides residential care, nursing and supported living.

Within the education sector, Shaftesbury has one school, Shaftesbury Victoria School, and 2 further education colleges, Shaftesbury Millie College and Shaftesbury Nash College. The school is for students aged 3-19, and the colleges are for students aged 16-25. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), as well as physical and/or intellectual disabilities, and some have profound and complex learning needs.

About the Role

We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and reliable individuals who are passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential. You will have a positive attitude, a strong sense of teamwork, and the ability to build trusting and supportive relationships with students.

You will be responsible for supporting students with disabilities and additional needs throughout the school day. This involves helping them to access learning, develop new skills, and enjoy every aspect of school life. Working alongside teachers, therapists and other support staff, you will help create a nurturing, inclusive and safe environment where every student can thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a warm, committed team that values creativity, compassion and collaboration. Whether you’re new to education or looking to develop your existing experience, we’ll provide a comprehensive induction, specialist training, and opportunities for career development to help you succeed.

The successful candidate will be someone who is patient, proactive and committed to supporting children and young people to learn, grow and become more independent, while contributing to the positive, caring culture of Shaftesbury Victoria School.

Key Responsibilities

As an Education Support Worker, you will inspire and support students in their learning and daily activities, helping them enjoy school, build confidence and stay safe. Working closely with teachers and therapists, you will promote wellbeing, independence and inclusion while maintaining high standards of care, communication and teamwork every day.

Bring your interests, enthusiasm and creativity whether it’s art, music, sport, reading, computers, cooking or community involvement, and use them to make learning engaging and meaningful for our students.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• The ability to work as part of a team, while using initiative and showing enthusiasm.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, patient approach.
• Strong basic levels of literacy and numeracy are important for this role. NB If you do not hold formal qualifications, these skills may be assessed as part of the selection process.
• A positive attitude towards training, learning and continuous personal development.
• A commitment to promoting inclusion, wellbeing and respect for all.

Why Join Us?

At Shaftesbury Victoria School, you will join a warm, supportive community that values teamwork, compassion and creativity. From your first day, you will receive a full induction, specialist training and ongoing opportunities to grow. Every day brings the reward of helping young people learn, achieve and flourish. Your ideas, interests and talents will be celebrated as part of our collaborative approach to learning. Here, your work truly makes a difference, not just today, but for every child’s future.

Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Shaftesbury Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff. It is the responsibility of all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and will follow our rigorous safer recruitment processes.

Equality and Diversity

Shaftesbury is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Shaftesbury aims to create and sustain an inclusive work...

• Employment
• Part-time, Permanent
• Salary
• £12.60 per hour
• Location
• Guildford
• Hours
• Saturdays and Half Terms

Looking for a fun, varied role which provides the ultimate job satisfaction? We’re searching for friendly and enthusiastic people to join our team as Play and Youth workers!

We have Play and Youth schemes across the South East where we bring smiles and laughter to disabled children and young people, transforming their lives through the power of play.

We’re looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to delivering inclusive fun for young people, so if you enjoy working in a busy, social environment this role could be perfect for you!

Rates of pay

We believe in paying our staff fairly for a days work and are proud to be an accredited as a Living Wage Employer, paying all of our staff the Real Living Wage.

We pay Play and Youth workers £12.60 per hour.

Work locations

We have Play and Youth schemes in the following locations:

• Guildford

Hours

As a Play or Youth worker, you must commit to working the following:

• Every Saturday and every day the scheme is running during the half term.

Benefits

• To work for an organisation who truly consider work life balance and have high expectations for our outcomes not only for those who use our services but for our teams as well.
• Free Training – We regularly invite all our staff to free training courses including Disability and Inclusion Awareness, Medication Administration, Safeguarding, First Aid, Makaton and more!
• Free DBS – As we require all staff to have a DBS before they start with us, we have decided to offer this free of charge.
• Pension & Health Care Cash Plan – All of our staff have access to a NEST pension and Simply Health health care plan.

Any other questions?

More details about the role can be found in the Job Description.

• Employment
• Part-time, Permanent
• Salary
• £12.60 per hour
• Location
• Farnham
• Hours
• Saturdays and Half Terms

Looking for a fun, varied role which provides the ultimate job satisfaction? We’re searching for friendly and enthusiastic people to join our team as Play and Youth workers!

We have Play and Youth schemes across the South East where we bring smiles and laughter to disabled children and young people, transforming their lives through the power of play.

We’re looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to delivering inclusive fun for young people, so if you enjoy working in a busy, social environment this role could be perfect for you!

Rates of pay

We believe in paying our staff fairly for a days work and are proud to be an accredited as a Living Wage Employer, paying all of our staff the Real Living Wage.

We pay Play and Youth workers £12.60 per hour.

Work locations

We have Play and Youth schemes in the following locations:

• Farnham

Hours

As a Play or Youth worker, you must commit to working the following:

• Every Saturday and every day the scheme is running during the half term.

Benefits

• To work for an organisation who truly consider work life balance and have high expectations for our outcomes not only for those who use our services but for our teams as well.
• Free Training – We regularly invite all our staff to free training courses including Disability and Inclusion Awareness, Medication Administration, Safeguarding, First Aid, Makaton and more!
• Free DBS – As we require all staff to have a DBS before they start with us, we have decided to offer this free of charge.
• Pension & Health Care Cash Plan – All of our staff have access to a NEST pension and Simply Health health care plan.

Any other questions?

More details about the role can be found in the Job Description.

• Employment
• Part-time, Permanent
• Salary
• £12.60 per hour
• Location
• Chichester
• Hours
• Holiday Worker from Easter 2026

Looking for a fun, varied role which provides the ultimate job satisfaction? We’re searching for friendly and enthusiastic people to join our team as Play and Youth workers!

We have Play and Youth schemes across the South East where we bring smiles and laughter to disabled children and young people, transforming their lives through the power of play.

We’re looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to delivering inclusive fun for young people, so if you enjoy working in a busy, social environment this role could be perfect for you!

Benefits

• To work for an organisation who truly consider work life balance and have high expectations for our outcomes not only for those who use our services but for our teams as well.
• Free Training – We regularly invite all our staff to free training courses including Disability and Inclusion Awareness, Medication Administration, Safeguarding, First Aid, Makaton and more!
• Free DBS – As we require all staff to have a DBS before they start with us, we have decided to offer this free of charge.
• Pension & Health Care Cash Plan – All of our staff have access to a NEST pension and Simply Health health care plan.

Rates of pay

We believe in paying our staff fairly for a days work and are proud to be an accredited as a Living Wage Employer, paying all of our staff the Real Living Wage.

We pay Play and Youth workers £12.60 per hour.

Work location

• Chichester

Hours

As a Play or Youth worker, you must commit to working the following:

• Every Easter and Summer holidays when the scheme is running.

Any other questions?

More details about the role can be found in the Job Description.

• Employment
• Part-time, Permanent
• Salary
• £13.85 per hour
• Location
• Richmond
• Hours
• Every Saturday during term-time

Looking for a fun, varied role which provides the ultimate job satisfaction? We’re searching for friendly and enthusiastic people to join our team as Play and Youth workers!

We have Play and Youth schemes across the South East where we bring smiles and laughter to disabled children and young people, transforming their lives through the power of play.

We’re looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to delivering inclusive fun for young people, so if you enjoy working in a busy, social environment this role could be perfect for you!

Rates of pay

We believe in paying our staff fairly for a days work and are proud to be an accredited as a Living Wage Employer, paying all of our staff the Real Living Wage.

We pay Play and Youth workers £13.85 per hour.

Work locations

We have Play and Youth schemes in the following locations:

• Richmond

Hours

As a Play or Youth worker, you must commit to working the following:

• Every Saturday during term time.

Benefits

• To work for an organisation who truly consider work life balance and have high expectations for our outcomes not only for those who use our services but for our teams as well.
• Free Training – We regularly invite all our staff to free training courses including Disability and Inclusion Awareness, Medication Administration, Safeguarding, First Aid, Makaton and more!
• Free DBS – As we require all staff to have a DBS before they start with us, we have decided to offer this free of charge.
• Pension & Health Care Cash Plan – All of our staff have access to a NEST pension and Simply Health health care plan.

Any other questions?

More details about the role can be found in the Job Description.