SEND Club Leader (Sutton)


Company:	YMCA East Surrey
Salary:	from £16.08 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Sutton
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	26 Nov 2026

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Summary

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, support, coach and supervise a team of Disability Play & Youth Workers and volunteers, providing guidance and ensuring they know when to seek further support.

Prepare and manage session planning documents, staff allocations, daily logs, and lunch/toileting rotas.

Lead on trips to ensure they are run smoothly, safely and ensure all Disability Play & Youth Workers are following risk assessments, policies and procedures to ensure all children and young people are safe.

Oversee and provide personal care, always ensuring hygiene, privacy, dignity, and appropriate recording

To ensure and receive medication from Parents/Carers, check, record and store safely following procedures and administer, where necessary, after appropriate training, medication for children keeping accurate and up to date records.

Supporting children/young people with eating and drinking as outlined within their care plan and guidelines

Assist and supervise moving and handling children/young people with restricted mobility, including hoisting and use of mobility equipment, after appropriate training.

Lead children/young people through structured programs of play, social, recreational, and leisure activities.

Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of children, young people, and colleagues, following safeguarding policies and organisational procedures.

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about working for a charity and making a difference to the lives of the children and young people in our community.

Essential requirements

We are recruiting for a SEND Club Leader for our club located in Sutton. You will be responsible for overseeing the smooth running of our sessions and leading the staff team. To provide high-quality, person-centred care, ensuring children's safety, wellbeing and positive development. This rewarding opportunity is perfect for someone who has a passion to make a difference for children with disabilities and additional needs. The role requires a valid First Aid qualification and completion of Safeguarding Children and Adult training, or a willingness to undertake the training. Candidates should hold a minimum Level 2 /3 qualification or equivalent qualifications in Child Care/Youth Work or be working towards one. Training and support can be provided where required.

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