Sparks Play Assistant

YMCA Reading is looking for a fun-loving, energetic and imaginative Play Assistant to join our team at Sparks Play Cafe! Sparks is a unique play cafe designed with both parents and children in mind. At Sparks, we value imagination, curiosity and joy. Children are encouraged to play, explore and feel independent in a safe and stimulating environment. Our designated play space aims to spark all of these things to happen while parents relax and catch up. Parents and carers stay with their children, so the Play Assistant role focuses on creating a welcoming atmosphere, encouraging imaginative play, and making every visit a brilliant experience for all. What you’ll be doing: No two days are quite the same! You’ll be: * Bringing the fun to life! Encouraging children to explore, play, create and spark their imaginations in our themed zones. * Being the friendly face of Sparks. Welcoming families, showing them around and making sure everyone feels comfortable and at home. * Getting creative. Coming up with exciting play scenarios, refreshing our themed areas and helping us introduce new ideas. * Making connections. Building great relationships with children, parents, carers and visitors, helping to make Sparks a place families love coming back to. * Serving up smiles (and coffee!). Taking food and drink orders, making sure guests receive the right orders and helping create a fantastic cafe experience. * Keeping things look...