Play Worker Council Posted - Expi

Grade: C scp 4 £ 25,185-scp 6 £ 25,989p/a Hourly: £13.05-£13.47

Contract:

Fixed term contract: 20th July 23rd August Essential

Qualification:

17+, DBS

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To provide good quality, inclusive, safe play/care including meeting children’s individual needs, supervision of activities, outings and provision. Ensuring the provision of high quality childcare and appropriate play opportunities for all children attending the scheme.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who have some experience of working with children and young people. You must have an interest in working with children and young people, and be able to bring some activities/skills to enable you to work as part of team to ensure the children have an enjoyable time whilst at the setting.

The Service is looking to recruit dynamic and enthusiastic individuals on a fixed term basis to support both children and young people between 4 and 12 years of age to access our Holiday provisions throughout the year. The schemes available include childcare, open access play schemes, twilight play provision and youth provision. Experience of working with children and/or young people is essential.

Contracts will be a minimum of 30 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours. You will provide a safe child centred environment, offering creative and structured play opportunities.

Successful candidates will be required to take part in some training before starting the role and must be available 5 days out of 7 (Monday to Sunday) for the WHOLE duration of these dates 20th July 23rd August for the school Summer holidays 2026, no additional time off will be permitted between these dates. Interviews will be held in February 2026.

All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check and you must be aged 17 or over by July 2026.

This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough.

Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents.

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