SEN Activity Assistant

Would you love to work alongside the Health and Wellbeing Team on an amazing opportunity to develop disability activity clubs during term time and school holidays!

SEN Activity Assistant
3 hours a week
£12.71 an hour

About you
Do you have a passion for creating an inclusive environment in leisure activities?
Would you love to work alongside the Health and Wellbeing Team on an amazing opportunity to develop disability activity clubs during term time.
This role involves being part of a team delivering a range of leisure activities, for children and young people aged 7-19yrs with Special Educational Needs. Activities include reading, arts and crafts, games, exercise, sports.
You can change communication styles to suit individuals and enjoy the challenge of creating activities that enable all participants to achieve their goals. You will be able to enthuse participants to become active in a fun and sociable environment whilst being sensitive to an individuals' needs.

Job Deliverables
Delivering high quality adaptable and inclusive activities.
High level of communication throughout the sessions with colleagues, children and parents.
Use a range of communication methods during sessions.
Be responsible for the safety of participants and colleagues during sessions.
Provide personal care when required.
Report any First Aid & Safeguarding incidents to the Leader.
Input into development of the programme.
Attend mandatory training courses.
Up to date knowledge of Vivacity Inclusive leisure programmes and facilities.

Experience of supporting or caring for children or adults with special educational needs, disabilities or long-term health conditions.
Experience of planning and delivering activities
Able to travel to venues

Desirable:
Level 2 or above in NVQ in Children's Care, Learning & Development or relevant qualification
Other points
Own transport is desirable to travel around sites when required
Mileage is available along with other benefits like discounted gym membership, access to free coaching & development courses, business partnership discounts plus more. Vivacity is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a DBS Check at Enhanced Level.