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Make a difference. Support every child. Love your job. Support a child with SEND in a fun, safe, and inclusive after-school club environment! Join us as a 1:1 SEND Playworker , where you’ll provide tailored support to a child with Autism and ADHD — helping them thrive through engaging, sensory-based activities and a nurturing approach. At Junior Adventures Group (JAG) , we believe in creating spaces where every child feels included, supported, and valued. This is a rewarding opportunity to bring energy, patience, and creativity to a unique 1:1 role that makes a real difference in a child’s life. Location:  Fairlight Primary School, St. Leonards Road, Brighton, BN2 3AJ Hours: 6.5 hours a week (Tuesday and Wednesday 2:45pm - 6pm) Pay:  Up to £12.71 Contract:  Term time What you’ll do day-to-day: • Provide tailored 1:1 support for a child with additional needs, helping them access and enjoy the club safely and confidently. • Plan and deliver engaging sensory and play-based activities suited to the child’s individual needs and interests. • Be a calm, consistent, and reliable presence, building trust and supporting transitions. • Collaborate with your team to ensure inclusion, safety, and structured fun. • Support the child with emotional regulation and behaviour using a positive, proactive approach. • Work closely with families and the school to maintain clear communication and consistency. • Follow all safeguarding, SEND, and Health & Safety procedures, keeping documentation (e.g. incident forms) up to date. • Be flexible, caring, and responsive to the child’s evolving needs throughout each session. What’s in it for you? • A rewarding, hands-on role where you’ll make a direct difference in a child’s day. • Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through Health Assured . • Opportunities to work in our holiday clubs during school breaks. • Paid training and regular professional development. • No weekend working. • Family-friendly hours. • Be part of a supportive, fun, and passionate team. So, what does it mean to be a JAG 1:1 SEND Buddy? It means you’re more than a playworker — you’re a role model, a guide, and a safe space for a child who needs that little bit of extra support. You’ll bring patience, empathy, and creativity every day to help one child truly shine. This is a complex and deeply rewarding role, ideal for someone with real SEND experience who’s ready to make a difference. If you’re passionate about inclusion, confident managing challenging behaviours, and thrive in a child-led environment, this is the perfect role for you. Our people make JAG special. Every day, our incredible team creates positive, meaningful moments for children across the UK. 🎥 Learn more about who we are: Watch our video Safeguarding This role requires compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 . You must provide two references – one from your most recent employer and another from a childcare setting (if applicable). An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out as part of the hiring process. For more information, please visit: Keeping Children Safe in Education . JAGL