Soft Play Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Jungle Mania owns 4 soft play centres across South England and has future plans and developments for the North of England. Our centres are safe, stimulating, and fun with slides and ball pits, a café, and a snack bar. We host children's parties for all occasions and have a talented team of hardworking staff that keep all centres running smoothly.
The Soft Play Assistant (SPA) is one of Jungle Mania’s key roles within the business. As a SPA, you will be responsible for maintaining our high standards of play, while promoting a happy yet safe atmosphere, overseeing the soft play area and assisting parents with their needs. Our SPA’s must be responsible and organised but also have a good sense of humour and a friendly approach while carrying out their day-to-day activities. A warm, friendly manner is key when serving Jungle Mania customers so service with a smile is our moto. The SPA always abides by the company`s policies and procedures, specifically Health and Safety
What we can give you
- Discounted Parking
- All employees' children can visit the centre FREE of charge but must be supervised by an adult.
- All employees are allowed 2 family members to receive 50% off entry.
- All employee's children to receive 50% off Party entry
- All employees are allowed 2 family members to receive 25% off Party entry.
- Employees are entitled to 50% off food and beverages.
- Employees will receive days in lieu for outstanding performance/employee of the month
- Employees are paid time and a half for working Exclusive Hires after the centre is closed
- Pension Provide through the Peoples' Pension
- Accessible by Public Transport
The Key Soft Play Assistant responsibilities include:
- Booking customers in and out of the centre.
- Taking customer orders in our Tree Tops Café and upselling our Tree Tops Cafe products.
- Provide table service (when required) for Tree Tops Café and processing basic orders such as hot drinks and pastries.
- Dealing with customer enquiries on our JM products, including prices & facilities/activities.
- Answering customer telephone enquiries.
- Ensure a clean & tidy environment within the centre, including reception area, play equipment, toilets, party rooms.
- Help run/ support children’s Birthday parties, interacting with the children and parents.
- Help create a fun, exciting & safe environment so every guest leaves wanting to return
Schedule:
- Mid-Week and Weekend availability
- Must be able to work 9am till 6pm
- Occasionally work till 8:30pm on Friday and Saturday for Exclusive Hires (Paid time and a half)
We look forward to receiving your applications!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16 per week
Salary: £5.28-£10.42 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: JM Bristol SPA
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Sports & Recreation
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Soft Play Assistant roles across Jungle Mania Soft Play Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Sports & Recreation.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £5 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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