Naomi House & Jacksplace
Play and Activities Worker
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Application Deadline: 23 July 2026
Department: Care Location: Sutton Scotney Compensation: £25,000 – £29,000 per year (Band 4 equivalent)
About the Role
When children, young adults and their families stay with us, we prioritise creating unforgettable experiences—through swimming, sensory play, quizzes, music, games, and events! Every day offers new opportunities—do you want to play a part in making this happen?
We support a diverse group of children and young adults, many of whom have complex disabilities and life-limiting illnesses. These may impact aspects such as communication, mobility, and sensory needs, and require meticulous care and inclusivity in our approach.
Key Responsibilities
As a member of our small but ambitious team, your role will involve:
- Organising and facilitating engaging, fun, and high-quality activities for children, young adults, and their families.
- Providing emotionally supportive environments, helping to create positive experiences and lasting memories during what can often be a challenging time.
- Demonstrating a professional yet energetic and inclusive approach—balancing joy and sensitivity with professionalism.
- Adapting activities for children and young adults aged birth to 35, with a focus on age-appropriate engagement and activities tailored to those with complex needs.
- Leading individual activities (supported by care colleagues) and contributing to group events and community outings, including visits to homes, festivals, and outdoor venues.
- Using our wheelchair-accessible vehicle to deliver fun and enrichment where it's needed within our local community.
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You will need to:
- Be adaptable and able to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
- Show empathy, understanding, and sensitivity to diverse needs.
- Bring creative and dynamic thinking to keep activities fresh, engaging, and suitable for our service users.
- Have, or be open to obtaining, a valid driving licence (essential due to rural location).
Requirements
- Prior experience working with children, young adults, or individuals with complex needs is highly welcomed.
- Strong communication skills to connect with children and families, often during emotionally charged situations.
- The ability to collaborate effectively with a small but committed team while maintaining independence.
- Motivation and enthusiasm for play-based interventions and personalised enrichment.
- Enhanced DBS clearance (mandatory for safeguarding-compliant roles) and references covering the past 5 years.
- A willingness to work shifts, including evenings and weekends, for a 37.5-hour workweek.
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Benefits
- Competitive pay: £25,000 – £29,000 (Band 4 equivalent)
- Generous holiday allowance: 28 days plus bank holidays.
- Group pension scheme, with the option to retain NHS pension benefits for existing members.
- Employers’ life assurance and HCF Health cash plan.
- Blue Light discount benefits.
- Free parking provided.
- A collaborative, supportive workplace culture and opportunities for personal and professional development.
Important Notes
Our Trust is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups, ensuring all employees and volunteers adhere to ethical practices and legal compliance.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.
- If this vacancy attracts enough applications, we reserve the right to close earlier than advertised.
- Applications close after submission on 23 July 2026, so apply promptly.
For more insight into the role and importance of play, read the article written by Claire Potterton [Play and Activities Team Leader] [here link].
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