The Yard is an award-winning charity that runs adventure play services for disabled children, young people and their
families in Scotland. We offer disabled children and their siblings the chance to experience creative,
adventurous indoor and outdoor play in a well-supported environment. Our services are known for their innovative
and inclusive approaches, and our facilities are unique in Scotland.
Due to increasing numbers attending our services, we are looking to increase our team of Playworkers at The Yard
Edinburgh.
Job details
Do you get a buzz from helping children and young people, creating laughter, mess and happy memories? If so, we think
we have the ideal role for you.
We are looking for individuals who can initiate and support innovative and engaging play for disabled children and
young people, focusing on their interests and needs.
If successful you will join our team of passionate and committed playworkers, delivering child-led, family sessions
at our purpose-built site in Edinburgh. You’ll plan and deliver a range of play activities such as arts and
crafts, loose parts play, den-building, sensory and water play. You’ll be an integral part of our team, with the
opportunity for training and development. We are an accredited living wage employer and offer a wide range of
benefits.
The successful candidate may have experience working in childcare, early years, nursery, play, youth work or the care
sector.