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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused role where no two days are the same? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Play & Leisure Assistant Coordinator to support the delivery of our Summer Activity Programme and Afterschool Clubs for children and young people aged 8–18 with SEND.
Working closely with the Coordinator, you will help plan and deliver engaging activities, support and supervise staff and volunteers, and work in partnership with families and external agencies to ensure every young person has a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable experience.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting the planning and delivery of Afterschool and Holiday Clubs, including the Summer Activity Programme
- Supervising and supporting play workers and volunteers in the day-to-day running of sessions
- Helping to recruit, train, and induct sessional staff and volunteers
- Working closely with families, maintaining regular communication and supporting individual needs
- Liaising with partner agencies across health, education, leisure, and the voluntary sector
- Organising activities, transport, equipment, and staff rotas
- Completing risk assessments, safeguarding records, accident reports, and programme evaluations
- Supporting the delivery of workshops and staff training
- Ensuring all work is carried out in line with safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be caring, organised, and confident working with children and young people with additional needs. You’ll have strong communication skills, a positive “can-do” attitude, and the ability to work flexibly as part of a supportive team.
Essential Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in playwork, youth work, or a related field
- Experience working with children, young people, and families
- Experience of multi-agency working and partnership development
- Knowledge of safeguarding practices when working with disabled children
- Experience delivering play and leisure activities
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and on your own initiative
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including holidays and after school
- Confident using Microsoft Office
- Full UK driving licence, business insurance and access to a car (travel is essential)
Desirable
- Experience recruiting, training, or supervising volunteers or sessional staff
- Knowledge of local services and provision
Why Join Us?
- Make a meaningful difference to children, young people, and families
- Be part of a supportive and passionate team
- Gain opportunities for training and professional development
- Work in a varied and rewarding role where your skills really matter
See the full JD attached for more details and apply now and be part of a service that creates fun, inclusive, and empowering opportunities for children and young people.
Play and Leisure Assistant Coordinator - Sessional
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
LN1
£12.61 to £14.13 per hour
Seasonal - Part-time
Posted 2 days ago
Closing date: 01/02/2026
Job reference: LM1473040HulPALACS
Documents
Kids Strategy.pdf
Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy and Procedures.pdf
Safeguarding.pdf
Play and Leisure Assistant Coordinator.pdf
Play and Leisure Assistant Coordinator - Sessional
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
£12.61 to £14.13 per hour