Summer Holiday Play worker - Hull

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Are you looking for fun, flexible work that fits around your life? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of disabled children and young people while working for an inspiring charity?

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

As a Play Worker, you'll make a real difference every day—working directly with children, young people, and their families to provide tailored support in a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.

This role offers:

• Flexible hours
• Afterschool and school holiday shifts
• Variety, fulfilment, and the chance to build valuable skills
• The opportunity to be part of a passionate, supportive charity team

If you want a rewarding role where you can help children thrive while gaining hands‑on experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Job details:

Contract: Sessional
Location: Hull (various locations)
Salary: £12.21 – £13.68 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively under the guidance of the Team Leader to create a positive, engaging environment for children and young people.
• Assist and supervise children in a variety of safe, stimulating activities suited to their age and abilities, either one-on-one or in small groups.
• Encourage and empower children to participate in activities of their choice.
• Ensure the social, emotional, communication, and physical needs of each child are met with sensitivity to their cultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds.
• Use various communication methods to interact effectively with children, respecting their individual styles.
• Provide physical and personal care as needed with dignity and sensitivity.
• Communicate any concerns or changes regarding children and young people to the Team Leader and staff.
• Contribute to session reports and maintain accurate records.
• Follow all risk assessment guidelines and stay updated on individual care plans.

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• A commitment to working in partnership with parents/carers.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Good listening, reflection, and communication skills with both service users and colleagues.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to use your initiative.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Awareness of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• A fun, open-minded approach to play and leisure activities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice.
• A patient, non-judgemental, and sensitive approach to working with children.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to travel confidently, either with personal transport or public transport.
• Familiarity with the local area.

Join us in making a meaningful impact while having fun this summer!

We may close this advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.

Summer Holiday Play worker - Hull

Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

HU5 4DJ

£12.21 to £13.68 per hour

Seasonal - Part-time

Posted yesterday

Closing date: 01/05/2026

Job reference: LM1525445HulSHPWH

Documents

Hull summer sessional Play Worker.pdf

Kids Strategy.pdf

Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy and Procedures.pdf

Safeguarding.pdf

Summer Holiday Play worker - Hull

Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

£12.21 to £13.68 per hour