Stay And Play Leader (Volunteering Opportunity)

Volunteering Opportunities With Leicestershire County Council
Contract: Casual
Job times: Sessional care
Hours per week: 5 hours/week
Pay/Salary: volunteer pa
Job location: Blaby
Ref: FS-Case-708464777

Job description:

Join our team as a Stay and Play Leader and become the heart of our vibrant community playgroups! Inspire young minds, facilitate creative activities, and foster friendships among children and caregivers alike.

Why we want you:

Stay and Play volunteers run fun, play-based sessions for children aged 0-5 years and their families, from our dedicated Family Hubs. This role involves helping to plan engaging sessions, set up and tidy away activities, offering a warm welcoming environment for families attending.

You can access more information, including the application forms via these links:

Leicestershire volunteering

Leicestershire County Council Volunteering Opportunities

Current Sessions are held in all Leicestershire district locations - and vary between morning and afternoon sessions, with new sessions being planned all the time! You can view session times and locations via the Family Hub website:

Family Hubs

Main duties:

Working with children and families Helping to plan creative and engaging activities for under 5's Setting up and tidying away Supporting parents/carers to interact with their children through play Offering a warm welcoming environment Protecting sensitive information Work as part of a team

Experience and qualifications:

No previous experience required just a passion for play and a warm welcoming spirit. Whether you're leading sing-alongs, crafting adventures, or storytelling, your dedication will create cherished memories for families and little ones. Join us in building a nurturing environment where laughter and learning go hand in hand!

Personal qualities:

Warm and welcoming presence

Creativity

Reliable

Ability to relate well to parents/carers and their children

Good interpersonal skills Must be supportive and enthusiastic

Able to commit to the sessions and times required

Terms and conditions:

This is a volunteering opportunity only. Acceptance will be subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks

Benefits:

Comprehensive training in line with the EYFS framework

Regular supervision and support

Ongoing development opportunities

Out of pocket expenses paid

Sense of achievement Supporting your local community

Meet new like-minded people Learn more about the Family Help service

Gain valuable skills and experience working directly with children and families - great to build a CV and support future employment in the Childcare sector

Job vacancy address:
Job vacancy address:
County Hall County Hall, , Glenfield LE3 8RA