Are you passionate about wanting to make a difference in the lives of disabled children and young people? Why not join our team?

Every day you have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the disabled children and young people you work with. 

It is demanding work but at the end of the day you know you have made a difference.  Colleagues have said that one of the best bits about working at YPAT is "spending time with the children, supporting them to develop and knowing you have had a positive impact on their quality of life."

The Role

You will assist in the organising and delivery of the YPAT sessions.  You will provide person-centred support to ensure young people are able to access a range of activities while achieving outcomes to improve their quality of life. We operate 7 days a week, excluding public holidays. In exchange for your commitment and skills we offer a supportive working environment, regular supervision and an opportunity to participate in further training.

The role will require successful candidates to work on a shift pattern.

School term time Mon to Friday 3/7

Weekends 9/3

School holidays 9/3

You must have experience of working with children, either on a paid or voluntary basis, together with a working knowledge of person-centred planning and delivery. 

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for this job.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

In order to be shortlisted for this job please complete the attached shortlisting questionnaire.

If you have any queries in regards to this role please contact the recruiting manager Yvonne Bailey-Smith on 01484 221000.

Closing date  

21 March 2021, 11:55 PM

This job is subject to an enhanced DBS check.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Important Information

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