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SUMMER PLAYSCHEMES 2018
PLAYSCHEME Site Supervisor
Grade 4 Scale Point 15 -19 £17,072 - £18,746 Pro Rata
We are seeking to appoint suitably qualified/experienced Site Supervisors to plan and deliver high quality open access playschemes for children aged 8 to 12 years or 5-15 years in both Torfaen and Monmouthshire.
Ideally you will have some playwork / disability experience and an aptitude for organising fun activities and consider yourself to be enthusiastic and committed.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure & Barring Service.
You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.
Application forms and further information can be obtained from the:
The Recruitment Team, Floor 4, Civic Centre, Pontypool, Torfaen NP4 6YB, email or Telephone 01495 742308
Interviews will take place the week beginning Monday 23rd April 2018
Closing date: 12 Noon 3rd April 2018
Post Ref: REQ001529 - 0304
Position DetailsPosition Title: Playscheme Site Supervisor
Grade:
Grade 4
Section:
Play Service / Service Area: Education
Responsible To:
Play Service Manager / Responsible For:
Office use only
Job Evaluation ID: 3168 / Date Issued: Summer 2018
Job Purpose
To work with and support a small team of staff in delivering safe and stimulating open access play opportunities for children and young people aged 8-12 years ( 5-15 years) within a summer playscheme setting.
Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities
1. As Site Supervisor you will be responsible for the on-site operation of the playscheme
2. As Site Supervisor you will be required to prepare and check the site each morning before the playscheme starts and return the site to its original state when the playscheme finishes.
3. As site supervisor you will be expected to work with a small team of staff and volunteers.
4. As site supervisor you will liaise with Senior Staff for guidance in delivering a flexible activity program which will include:- arts and craft, music, games, sports, themed days etc.
5. As Site Supervisor you will be responsible for the daily registration of both staff and children within your site. In addition to this, it will be your responsibility to keep up to date all relevant paperwork including accident forms, fire evacuation check lists and evaluation sheets.
6. As Site Supervisor you will be expected to liaise on a daily basis with the Area Linkworker to resolve any issues arising or resource requirements.
7. As Site Supervisor you will be expected to communicate effectively and appropriately with parents/carers and community members
8. As Site Supervisor you will be expected to link closely to the Playwork Principles throughout your daily practice.
9. As Site Supervisor you will be responsible to ensure that Health and Safety and First Aid regulations are adhered to all times.
10. To carry out any other duties that may be reasonably required for this post.
Resources/Equipment/Material
Supervision/Management of People
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Special Working Conditions
General
· To observe confidentiality in all aspects of work.
· To participate in the service area’s supervision process and/or Corporate Appraisal process.
· To demonstrate a willingness to undertake training development and learning opportunities to improve skills.
· Comply with and support others to observe Health and Safety Act 1974 procedures and processes.
· To adhere to the terms of the Alternative Working Strategy should the post be eligible.
· To work within the Councils’ policy and procedures in respect of equal opportunity, anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practices.
· To accept that this job description may be periodically subject to review.
· To undertake any other duties and/or times of work as may be reasonably required of you, commensurate with your grade or general level of responsibility within the organisation, at your place of work or based in any other establishment.
For office use only
Shortlisted By:
Name of Candidate: / Date:
Please note you will need to meet the essential criterion to be invited for interview.
Requirements / Selection MethodEssential or Desirable / Score / Tested at Interview and/or Application Form
Education/Qualifications/Knowledge
1.1 Good standard of education to GCSE / E / Application Form
1.2 Attainment of or working towards a relevant level 3 qualification in Playwork, Youthwork, Early Years Care or equivalent. / E / Application Form
1.3 A good understanding of the importance of play for children, young people and the wider community / E / Application Form / Interview
Experience
2.1 Proven experience in Playwork/ Youthwork/ Early Years or equivalent / D / Application Form
2.2 Experience of supporting staff and passing on relevant information. / D / Application Form
2.3 Previous practical experience/ involvement in delivering appropriate stimulating play activities and opportunities for children with a range of abilities / D / Application Form / Interview
2.4 Previous experience of working with children and young people. / E / Application Form / Interview
Skills and Abilities
3.1 The ability to work on own initiative and prioritise tasks in order to ensure the smooth day to day operation of the playscheme. / D / Application Form / Interview
3.2 Organisational skills and the ability to work within a team and in a support role / D / Application Form / Interview
3.3
Personal Attributes
4.1 Enthusiastic / E / Application Form / Interview
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4.3
Circumstances
5.1
5.2
5.3
Total Short Listing Score
Score key: 0 = Not Met Criteria 1 = Fully Met Criteria