Play Assistant (Full-Time / 12 Months Fixed-Term Contract)
- Employer
- ZSL
- Location
- Whipsnade, Dunstable
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Closing date
- 21 Jul 2019
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- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
- Function
- Assistant, Support Staff, Play Work
- Sector
- Children's Centre, Playgroup
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Play Assistant (Full-Time / 12 Months Fixed-Term Contract)
We are looking to recruit a Play Assistant to support the day-to-day operational running of our Hullabazoo indoor play area at Whipsnade Zoo.
The successful candidate will:
- Contribute to the overall impression and experience of the indoor play facility, including the play area, and birthday party offer, to exceed visitor expectations.
- Report directly to the Deputy Play Supervisor and will work alongside the permanent Play Assistants.
- Be an enthusiastic, confident and dedicated individual to help deliver the best possible experience for our visitors.
- Have the motivation to deliver exemplary customer service.
Although experience matters to us we are more focused on getting the right person for the role. As a result, below is a guide on what we are looking for in potential applicants:
- Able to remain positive and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude
- Good interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with children, parents and the Hullabazoo team
- Able to have fun whilst remaining professional and approachable
- Previous experience setting up, assisting and scheduling private hire activities, in addition to assisting visitors with their supplies, leftover food and gifts.
- Experience working within a similar environment would be desirable
- A creative flare and an interest in face painting
- Experience working in a fast paced environment with a helpful and flexible attitude
- Able to demonstrate great customer service skills
- Team orientated and able to demonstrate a real desire to make a positive difference
- Prior experience handling cash and processing card payments
- NVQ Level 1 qualification in child care or Playwork would be advantageous, but not essential
To apply, please click the apply button to be redirected to the ZSL application page
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