Job Description

Casual CADS Activity Assistants (School Holidays and Saturdays)

Location:

Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6RQ

Pay:

13.68 per hour (including statutory holiday pay)

Start Date:

18th October 2025

Closing Date:

24th August 2025
(Please note that the advert may close early depending on the volume of applications received.)

Why You'll Love This Role...

At Seashell, we provide care and education for children and young adults with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties and disabilities, sensory impairments, communication disorders, and autism.

CADS is Seashell's inclusive sport and activity programme and has been providing opportunities for children with profound and multiple learning difficulties for over 20 years.

Delivered during school holidays, and more regularly as weekly Saturday sessions, CADS is one of very few provisions that is able to offer one-to-one support for participants.

Joining our CADS team means becoming part of something truly special. Every day, you'll help create joyful, inclusive experiences that empower children with complex needs to thrive.

It's more than just a job -- it's a chance to make a real difference

in the lives of others, and to be part of a team that's passionate, supportive, and proud of the incredible work we do.

Working Hours - Part-Time:

During these times, you'll support each young person in engaging with sports and activities, helping them to participate, build confidence, and enjoy their time at CADS.

Saturday CADS:

09:15 - 13:15

Holiday CADS:

Tuesday: 08:30 - 15:30 Wednesday: 09:00 - 15:30

Interview & Onboarding Process:

Interviews will be held

online or in person

. Following a successful interview, you'll be invited to visit one of our CADS sessions on Saturday 13th September 2025. If appointed, you must attend the

mandatory paid CADS Training Course

on

Friday 18th and Saturday 19th October 2025

to complete the role.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

Arriving on site and reviewing key documents: "All About Me" profiles, health and medical needs, support plans, characteristics and behaviours and PBS plans. Staying with your assigned child throughout the session, encouraging participation in activities, and using communication strategies such as "Now and Next" boards and 5-minute timelines. Administering rescue medications if required. Supporting children in activities including swimming and providing personal care such as feeding and drinking. Working collaboratively with Team Leaders and the CADS Coordinator to deliver inclusive and enjoyable events
Due to the nature of the children and young adults we support, personal care is an element of this role.

Applicants under the age of 18 will not be required to carry out personal care duties and will remain under supervision.

About You:

Experience or ability to deliver high standards of care and act as a role model. Proven teamwork skills and ability to remain calm under pressure. Willingness to learn and support children with complex needs. Experience with children with multi-sensory impairments or complex learning difficulties either personal or professional is preferred, however full training is provided Ability to meet the physical demands of the role (e.g., lifting, bending, working on the floor, pushing wheelchairs).

Qualifications:

GCSE A-C in English and Maths (or equivalent Level 2 literacy and numeracy) Level 1 or 2 in Sport/Fitness or Health/Social Care (preferred)

How to Apply:

Please upload your CV to apply. For more information, contact our Talent Team via our website.

About Seashell...

We value our employees and recognise the need to recruit, retain and develop highly skilled and committed talent who share our vision and values!

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications.

This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our vision is for the children and young people in our care to be safe, happy and to achieve the best possible outcomes so that they are valued and valuable members of their communities.

If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.

Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: 13.68 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking
Schedule:

Holidays Weekend availability Weekends only
Application question(s):

Please explain what has attracted you to this position? Please can you outline your experience supporting children with complex needs. Are you available to complete the CADS training weekend which will be taking place on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th April 2025?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/08/2025
Reference ID: CADS A25
Expected start date: 18/10/2025