Braintree District Mencap CIO
Recreation Assistant
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Company Description
Braintree District Mencap CIO is a registered UK charity that has supported adults with learning disabilities and their families across the Braintree District since 1955. The organisation offers a wide range of weekly classes and activities, including music, arts and crafts, cookery, dancing, and the popular Thursday evening Gateway Club with disco nights, bingo, and karaoke. The charity is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where people can socialise, learn, relax, and enjoy meaningful activities. In addition to regular sessions, Braintree District Mencap CIO organises trips, outings, fundraisers, and fayres throughout the year, with all funds reinvested to sustain and develop services. Affiliated with Royal Mencap but independently funded, the organisation relies entirely on charitable income rather than statutory funding.
Role Description
Leisure Assistant
Responsible to: Leisure Service Manager
Hours: 20 Hours per Week (Monday 1pm to 4pm, Wednesday 10am to 4pm, Thursday 9:30am to 8:30pm)
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- Be responsible for providing a safe environment including following any relevant risk assessments before each session starts
- Be responsible in assisting in the setting up of resources at leisure sessions in line with the subject set by the Leisure Service Manager
- Deliver a range of stimulating activities according to the individuals' needs as set, and in consultation with, the Leisure Service Manager
- To accompany individuals/groups on outside visits as appropriate to their individual needs and the timetable set by the Leisure Service Manager
- Report concerns and observations to Leisure Service Manager and/or CEO immediately
- To work in accordance with current law and duties of care that will be made known to you, and to work safely giving due consideration to our membership and other staff and volunteers along with your own safety.
- To cooperate with reasonable directions given by management and our Trustees in the course of your normal employment following any rules and procedures in place and notified to you during your employment
- Take responsibility for own work and work effectively and collaboratively with all colleagues
- Undertake appropriate training as and when required
- Ensure a high quality service is maintained at all times
- Represent Braintree District Mencap in a positive way and raise awareness of the work carried out by Braintree District Mencap
- Be responsive to the changing needs of the client
- Share information with colleagues where necessary and ensure all safeguarding concerns are reported promptly via correct channels
- Assist with the clearing away of resources at the end of each session and undertaking necessary cleaning and sanitising of equipment and resources and periodic tidying of cupboards and organising of equipment
- Assist in the preparation and distribution of refreshments for members and tidying away afterwards
- Support with session related admin where required such as payment prompts/reminders and registers etc.
- Undertake any other duties that may be deemed necessary
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