Sessional Play Worker

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Looking for flexible, meaningful work that fits around your life?

Join Kids and help create fun, inclusive experiences for disabled children and young people.

As a Play Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting children, young people, and their families by delivering engaging, person-centred activities in a safe and welcoming environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Job details:

Contract Type: Sessional
Location: Various locations across Lincoln
Pay Rate: £12.21 – £13.68 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

What we offer:

• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Afterschool and school holiday shifts
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
• Opportunities to develop skills and experience in care and play work
• A supportive and passionate team environment

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with your team and team leader to create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment.
• Support children and young people, individually or in small groups, to take part in fun, age-appropriate activities.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and choice in play and leisure activities.
• Respond to individual needs (social, emotional, physical, and communication) with sensitivity and respect.
• Use a range of communication methods to ensure every child is understood and included.
• Provide personal and physical care in a dignified and respectful manner.
• Maintain clear communication with colleagues and report any concerns or changes in needs.
• Contribute to record keeping, session evaluations, and care planning.
• Follow all safeguarding, risk assessment, and health and safety procedures.
• Stay informed about each child’s care plan and support requirements.

Essential Criteria

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:

• Working in partnership with families and carers.
• A basic understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive and reliable approach to work.
• A caring, patient, and non-judgemental attitude.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice.
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• Willingness to provide personal care where required.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience supporting disabled children or young people.
• Knowledge of different communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECS).
• Relevant qualifications in childcare, health and social care, or play work.

Why work with Kids?

At Kids, we are dedicated to creating inclusive opportunities where every child can thrive. You’ll be part of a team that truly makes a difference, while benefiting from flexible work that fits around your life.

Sessional Play Worker

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

n/a

£12.21 to £13.68 per hour

Seasonal - Part-time

Posted yesterday

Closing date: 15/04/2026

Job reference: LM1525241LinSPW

Documents

Kids Strategy.pdf

Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy and Procedures.pdf

Safeguarding.pdf

Lincoln Play Worker.pdf

Sessional Play Worker

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

£12.21 to £13.68 per hour