Job Description

Job Introduction

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SEND Short Breaks offer activities to children and young people throughout Bradford districts. Our aim is to provide positive inclusive experiences for children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities. The activities we provide are offered in partnership with community organisations that can provide social inclusion.


We are looking for a number of Casual Leisure and Recreational Support Staff to join our dedicated team in the Children's Department. This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in our vibrant and diverse city.


The main responsibilities of this role:

Assist in the development of activities Work closely with Short Breaks staff, other professionals and parent carers Contribute to the provision of a high-quality service for children and young people Ensure the needs of the children and young people are met Contribute to the social, emotional, physical, behavioural, and educational needs of the children and young people. Ensure confidentiality of information in line with Data Protection Act 1998. Adhere to safeguarding policy and procedures Attend training relevant to the post

After induction, you will be expected to work without direct supervision and will receive formal professional supervisions from a Special Inclusion Coordinator.


You will be responsible for your own professional conduct, ensuring you act as a role model and high standards are met.


An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be undertaken for this post.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please send us an email: sendshortbreaksteam@bradford.gov.uk or you can call Ami Firth on: 07974 894663. You can also leave you contact detail by phoning: 01274 439375 and a member of the team will call you back as soon as possible.

Employee Offer

Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf .

Equal Opportunities

We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.


The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.



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Casual Leisure and Recreational Support Staff

Salary

12.65 Per Hour

Frequency

Hourly

Job Reference

bradfordmbc/TP/1024/1174

Contract Type

Casual

Working Hours

Casual

Closing Date

18 September, 2025

Job Category

Childrens

Service

SEND & Inclusion

Location

Britannia House, Broadway, Bradford, United Kingdom

Additonal Payments

Not Applicable *

Posted on

19 August, 2025