Job Description

Full time, Watford

Do you have experience working with children and young people with learning disabilities or additional needs?

Are you caring, patient and passionate about creating inclusive, meaningful activities?

We're looking for a Children & Young People Activity Leader to help plan and deliver engaging sessions that support independence, confidence and joy.

About the Role

This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll plan, lead and deliver engaging, inclusive activities for children with a range of needs. You'll work closely with families, colleagues and external partners to ensure every child feels supported, safe and valued.

You'll also play a key leadership role during sessions, supporting staff, modelling best practice and helping develop high-quality, person-centred services.

This role is full time and based at our Community Hub in Watford and includes evening and weekend work.

What You'll Be Doing

Planning and leading fun, inclusive and safe activity sessions

Supporting and supervising staff during sessions

Building positive relationships with children, families and professionals

Ensuring sessions meet individual needs and promote independence

Maintaining accurate records and managing risk responsibly

Acting as a positive role model within the team

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

Experienced in working with children with learning disabilities or additional needs

Caring, patient and reliable

Confident communicating with children, families and colleagues

Organised, proactive and able to lead by example

Flexible and happy to work evenings and weekends

You'll share our values of being Inclusive, Respectful, Welcoming, Progressive and Challenging, and want to make a genuine difference in your work.

Why Work for Watford Mencap?

Be part of an award-winning local charity

Strong focus on staff support, training and development

A meaningful role where your work truly matters

Friendly, supportive team environment

Watford Mencap is a local charity supporting over 800 people with learning disabilities and their families across South West Hertfordshire. We're passionate about inclusion, independence and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 25,876.50 per year

Work Location: In person