Summer Playscheme Workers - Across Belfast (Multiple Locations)

Summer Playscheme Workers - Across Belfast (Multiple Locations)

Belfast City Council | 30 Vacancies | Temporary Summer Roles

We are currently recruiting 30 Summer Playscheme Workers to support Belfast City Council across multiple community centre locations across Belfast.

These are excellent short-term opportunities for individuals with experience in childcare, playwork, youth work, or social care, looking to gain valuable summer experience while supporting local children and communities.

About the Role

You will support the delivery of engaging, safe, and structured summer activities for children and young people aged 4-16 years across Belfast community centres.

Duties include:

• Supervising and engaging children in structured play activities
• Supporting the planning and delivery of daily programmes
• Assisting with trips and off-site activities
• Preparing materials and activity resources
• Working alongside staff and volunteers
• Ensuring safeguarding, health & safety, and council procedures are followed
• Supporting basic administration and activity evaluation

Locations

• Across Belfast (multiple community centres)
• Placements may be allocated to 1, 2, or 3 different sites depending on operational need and availability
• Additional locations may be added as schemes are confirmed

Contract Details

• Duration: Summer period (1-8 week placements available)
• Hours: 25-37 hours per week (depending on placement)
• 💷 Pay Rate:
• £13.45 per hour (PAYE)
• Location: Across Belfast (multiple sites)
• Employment: Temporary / Summer Scheme

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year's experience working with children or young people
• Experience in playwork, childcare, youth work, or social care
• Ability to supervise children in a safe and engaging environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of safeguarding and health & safety responsibilities
• Must be 18 years or older
• NVQ Level 2 in Playwork/Childcare (or equivalent) is desirable

Additional Information

• Enhanced Access NI clearance required before start
• Paid training and induction provided
• Must be eligible to work in the UK
• Flexibility to work across different Belfast locations required

Why Apply?

• Gain hands-on experience working with children and young people
• Flexible summer work across Belfast
• Support meaningful community-based programmes
• Multiple placements available - high volume hiring (30 roles)