BS9 4DT, Bristol

Working at Shine

Shine is one of the leading Sports Coaching and Wraparound Care companies in the Bristol region. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about having a positive impact on primary school children through the medium of sports and creative activities.

Our dedicated teams comprise of experienced coaches who inspire and motivate children of all abilities and ages to excel. First and foremost, we want you to deliver an exciting and engaging sports session that children can’t wait to come back to.

The Role

We are looking for experienced enthusiastic Playworker coaches with 1:1 experience who will deliver a range of activities, motivating and inspiring children during our afterschool clubs (3pm-6pm) and also possible additional hours in the holidays.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about having a positive impact on primary school children through the medium of sports, arts, and play activities.

We seek to provide children with opportunities to learn, develop and be inspired, and that’s exactly what we want for our staff too. Working with children is a rewarding and fulfilling role, and at Shine we want to hear your ideas and ambitions.

At Shine we want every child to feel seen, heard and empowered. Our mentor coaches and 1:1 playworkers support children with varying needs in a range of activities. We run accessible holiday club and after school club sessions, development squads and intervention sessions during the schooling day.

Your role as a 1:1 playworker or coach mentor involves supporting and emboldening children in all their endeavours. We are looking for inspiring and nurturing individuals who are patient, positive and empathic. Skills in engagement, de-escalation and behaviour management are key.
The successful candidates will need to be organised and enthusiastic with the ability to communicate and interact with both children and parents in an approachable and professional manner.

Top candidates will have experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs or disabilities and have a good understanding of neurodivergence.

Shine principles

• Enthusiasm for making a difference to children’s lives
• Passion in your area of expertise
• Sensitivity and understanding
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Work well in a team and independently
• High standards of face-to-face communication with a diverse range of people
• Adaptability and the ability to take initiative
• Be open to criticism and development
• Thinking and reasoning skills
• A positive and professional attitude

What we will give you in return

• An exciting and sociable workplace
• A competitive salary with annual pay reviews
• 28 days holiday per annum
• Pension Scheme
• Training opportunities to develop you in your role
• Support in developing your career path

Applications:

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Shine is committed to achieving a working environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination on the grounds of race, gender, pregnancy and maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, disability, religion or beliefs, age or sexual orientation.

Shine is committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices, policies and procedures.
All candidates will be subject to a full enhanced DBS check and will receive training where appropriate.

A driving licence is very desirable but not essential.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Expected hours: No more than 15 per week

Please email:HR@myshine.co.uk or recruitment@myshine.co.uk

Closing date – 22/11/2024