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  • How many Play Assistant jobs are available on Pertemps?

    There are 98 Play Assistant jobs available on Pertemps right now.

  • What does a Play Assistant do?

    Playworkers deliver and facilitate play opportunities for children in a range of formal and informal settings including play schemes, free play locations and in pre- and after-school activities.

    Tasks required include:

    • Supervises children’s games and encourages the development of physical, social and language skills.
    • Provides play areas and prepares materials for a wide range of children’s activities.
    • Encourages children’s independence, self-confidence and social interaction.
    • Organises and supervises children on excursions.
    • Organises and supervises children’s activities in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, deals accordingly with injuries and emergencies.
    • Puts away equipment and cleans premises after use.
    • Liaises with parents, carers and colleagues and keeps appropriate records.
  • What are the entry requirements for a Play Assistant?

    Entry may not depend upon academic qualifications, although some employers will expect candidates to possess or be working towards a relevant qualification. NVQs/SVQs in Child Care and Education are available at Levels 2 and 3. A DBS check is mandatory.