Supported Play OfficerCouncil

Post No. POSN005373 - Supported Play Officer - Disabled Children’s Team

Do you believe every child should have the opportunity to play, belong and thrive?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Supported Play Officer to help shape an exciting new service for Disabled children and young people in Newport. This is a unique opportunity to be involved from the very beginning, helping to develop a supported playscheme and inclusive play opportunities that build confidence, independence, friendships and fun.

If you're passionate about inclusion, committed to improving outcomes for children and young people, and excited by the opportunity to help create something new, we'd love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Disabled Children’s Team as a Supported Play Officer, playing a key role in launching and developing a new supported playscheme and a range of exciting play opportunities for Disabled children and young people and those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN). This is a unique opportunity to help shape a growing service from the ground up, creating fun, inclusive and meaningful experiences that enable children and young people to build confidence, develop friendships, increase independence and enjoy opportunities that reflect their individual interests and abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of a supported playscheme
• Support and supervise a team of sessional playworkers
• Plan and deliver high-quality, child-centred play opportunities
• Build positive relationships with children, families and partner agencies
• Ensure activities are safe, inclusive and engaging
• Work closely with the Play Development Co-ordinator to help shape and develop the service

We are looking for someone with experience of working with Disabled children and/or children with Additional Learning Needs, alongside experience of planning activities and leading staff. You will be passionate about inclusion, believe in the benefits of play and want to help shape exciting new opportunities for children and young people across Newport.

The role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends and school holiday periods to meet service needs. Your availability during Easter and Summer holiday playschemes is essential. Newport City Council operates a Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) scheme.

Important Information

• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Council posts and associated pay are subject to the outcome of any ongoing Pay and Grading Review.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Rachael O'Connell – [email protected] or Adrian Kirby – [email protected] (Team Managers, Disabled Children’s Team, Prevention and Inclusion)

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values – Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd – Ein Gwerthoedd, Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd

Position type: Full time