11 Buddy Shefford

The Buddy is responsible for providing one-on-one support to children in our care ensuring their individual needs are met and promoting their well-being development and inclusion within the childcare environment. The Buddy will work closely with children supporting their emotional social and physical needs while fostering a safe and engaging atmosphere.  
 
A day of play...

• Offer personalised 1:1 support for children focusing on their emotional physical and educational development.
• Plan for how to support the child in the club adapting the JAG program to ensure inclusivity and engagement.
• Undertake individual and/or group risk assessments based on the childs needs.
• Make any reasonable adjustments to enable the child to fully experience JAG alongside their peers.
• Attend specialist training as required.
• Share any concerns regarding the childs welfare with a JAG DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead).
• Assist children with specific tasks and activities ensuring they are safe and supported throughout the day.
• Encourage participation in group activities helping children interact with their peers.
• Observe and document the childs development and progress noting any challenges or milestones.
• Communicate regularly with the childs key worker parents or guardians and other professionals as required to share progress and concerns.
• Work with the safeguarding team to adapt the learning environment making necessary adjustments for the childs specific needs.
• Promote an inclusive and positive atmosphere where all children are valued respected and treated equally.
• Use positive reinforcement and effective behavioural management strategies to support the childs social and emotional growth.
• Help the child develop coping strategies for emotional regulation and manage transitions between activities.
• Provide assistance with personal care tasks (if necessary) in a respectful and appropriate manner ensuring dignity and privacy are respected.
• Support colleagues and share insights to ensure the overall success of the childcare program.
• Inspire children and young people to develop healthy minds bodies and attitudes!

For your new adventure

• You have experience of working with 4-11 year olds
• Youre a big kid at heart.
• You have aligned experience. You love to create meaningful moments for people.
• You are driven. Youre perceptive you ask questions and you strive to understand.
• You enjoy solving problems. You dont get flustered easily. Youre comfortable managing your time and can be counted on to skilfully handle feedback and complaints.
• You are people-focused. Youre warm honest and genuine.
• You get a kick out of creating unexpected experiences which make people go wow!
• Youre cool under pressure. You are self-assured. You listen intently.
• You speak eloquently. You can explain just about anything to anyone and youre comfortable communicating at all levels. Youre authentic when you express yourself. People trust you.
• You have a can-do approach. You think on your feet. Switching up tasks and juggling multiple priorities comes naturally to you.

 
What success looks like  Be Considerate - Show you care Be Passionate - Love what you do Be Courageous - Show you are resilient Make a Difference - Leave a positive legacy
And the key ways that you will help us build brighter futures together... To be an employer of choice - make sure that we are supporting our team members to develop and be the best that they can be To be a trusted long term partner that exceeds customer expectations - communicate with our parent and schools to make sure we are delivering on their expectations To deliver significant sustainable growth - deliver first class care for the little people that look to us for guidance  

Qualifications :

What were looking for:

• Someone who loves working with children and brings a positive can-do attitude
• SEND experience is essential
• Willingness to undergo additional training 
• A creative thinker who knows how to turn an ordinary afternoon into a magical experience
• A team player whos also confident running activities and managing a group
• Bonus points if you have experience in teaching coaching childcare or youth work (but not essential personality goes a long way!)

Additional Information :

Whats in it for you

• 24/7 wellbeing support via Health Assured
• Discounted childcare if youve got little ones
• Paid training regular personal & professional development
• Family-friendly no-weekend hours
• Refer-a-friend rewards
• A warm welcoming and energetic team
   

Were JAG and we believe every child deserves to feel safe inspired and full of joy!

Every day our passionate teams across the UK make a real impact in childrens lives. If youre ready to help kids learn grow and have fun wed love to meet you.

Please note: All roles require an Enhanced DBS check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and related amendments.

Learn more about us: Watch our video

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract