Play Team Member

Previous experience of play work or working with children highly desirable Knowledge and/or understanding of the Playwork Principles desirable Previous first aid experience desirable (basic First Aid training will be provided) Literacy and numeracy: Ability to follow written guidance and procedures Problem solving: Ability to identify and resolve straightforward problems and refer complex problems to an appropriate member of staff Verbal and written skills: Play team members will be required to record incidents swiftly and add to appropriate central school records. Ability to give clear verbal instructions to children and team members. Ability to follow good protocol. Enjoy working with young people (all ages in the primary school range 4 – 11 years). Positive and supportive attitude towards young people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds. Confident in working with and able to influence and negotiate with children from Reception (4 years old) to Year 6 (11 years old). Strong teamwork skills; enjoy being part of a team, supportive, flexible and reliable. Practical, solutions driven. Friendly, approachable and caring manner. Dependable, with good time keeping. Willingness to try new things and work outside of your comfort zone.