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Sessional Special Needs Play Worker
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Sessional Special Needs Play Worker (Ealing)
This is a rewarding and hands-on role where you will directly support children and young people to enjoy activities, build confidence, develop independence and have fun in a safe and inclusive environment.
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Closing Date
Wednesday 29 April 2026
Salary
£14.74 per hour
Location
Ealing, London
Contract Type
Sessional (Flexible – Saturdays & Sundays)
Job details
Support engaging weekend sessions that help children and young people with learning disabilities learn, grow and thrive.
Kids Can Achieve (KCA), part of LDN London, is expanding its SEND provision with a new Weekend Club in Ealing. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Sessional Play Workers to support weekend sessions for children and young people aged 5–17 with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
This is a rewarding and hands-on role where you will directly support children and young people to enjoy activities, build confidence, develop independence and have fun in a safe and inclusive environment.
Hours
- Flexible sessional role (weekends only)
- Saturday & Sunday sessions (typically between 9:30am – 3:30pm)
- Work can be offered based on your availability
- Opportunity to work additional sessions during school holidays
Ideal for School Staff
This Role Is Particularly Suited To
- School staff
Looking To
- Work in a creative, activity-based environment
- Take on flexible weekend work alongside your current role
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This opportunity is open to staff currently working within St Ann’s School or local schools.
About The Role
As a Sessional Play Worker, you will:
- Support children and young people in fun, engaging and inclusive activities
- Deliver activities such as sensory play, arts, sports, cooking, games and community outings
- Work on a 1:1 or group basis depending on needs
- Support communication, independence and social development
- Implement support plans and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies
- Complete observations and daily records using digital systems
- Follow risk assessments and ensure a safe environment
You will embody our core values of Kindness, Choice and Ambition in everything you do.
👤 About You
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Has experience working with children or young people (SEND experience desirable)
- Is positive, patient and enjoys working in a hands-on environment
- Understands or is willing to learn about autism, learning disabilities and complex needs
- Can support children who may display distressed behaviours
- Communicates well
- Is reliable, flexible and able to work as part of a team
- Is committed to safe practice
Why Join KCA?
- Be part of a new and exciting Short Breaks provision in Ealing
- Make a meaningful difference to children and young people
- Work in a supportive and values-driven team
- Flexible working to fit around your current role
- Opportunities for additional hours and progression
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How To Apply
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with learning disabilities and want to be part of a positive and inclusive team, we would love to hear from you.
Please take the time to read the job details before applying and send your CV to: recruitment@ldnlondon.org.
If shortlisted, you will be required to complete a full online application form.
To be successful in this process you must uphold the values and standards we expect in the workplace, including being open and honest throughout and treating the people we support and our staff with dignity and respect. Any failure may lead to the withdrawal of any offer of employment or work.
Closing date: 5:00pm on Wednesday 29 April 2026 – Ref: 827
Note: all successful applicants will be DBS checked and must be able to provide employment or professional references covering the last three years.
LDN London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Background checks and an enhanced DBS will be required. You must be 18 or over to apply.
LDN London is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all groups.
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