We are an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction with appointment to post being subject to a risk assessment.

This post is subject to a six month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a three year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment, Prison Vetting and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgments may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison.

You will provide support and play opportunities to the children using play facilities at the prison. You will work as one of the children’s services team, assisting in the organising of a daily play facility for children visiting the prison. You will ensure that the play facilities operate at an excellent standard and safeguard children at all times, ensuring that activities are suited to the range of children visiting.

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• Experience of planning and delivering play to children and families within a challenging environment.
• Be a good communicator.
• Reliable and enthusiastic.
• Have or currently studying for a childcare related qualification.
• Have at least one years' experience of play work with children.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills is essential.
• Able to relate sensitively to the varying needs of the children visiting the prison.
• Able to work flexibly.

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Disclaimer: We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.