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The event takes place on the weekend of the 2nd March 2012 and we will let you know how Poppy gets on! Keep warm Poppy!

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 The team have done a wonderful job and this could not have been achieved without the help of `Wickes` DIY stores for their donation of decorating materials. We would like to extend a further big `thank you` to Wickes in Handsworth and Lichfield.

 The decoration of the activity rooms has created a warm and inviting environment for all of SAFSS children, young people and adults.  A member of the adults group, Jaspreet said` I like this room, it`s nice I like to play football and games on the computer`

Play Services Coordinator- (Post 1)

Salary: Starting Rate £10.00 per hour

Hours of work: Up to 16 hours per week Term Time only

Please note that the hours of work are Tuesday and Thursday between 12.00-6.00pm. Remaining hours will be undertaken during normal office hours (Mon to Fri between 9.00am-5.00pm). 

Play Services Coordinator- (Post 2)

Salary: Starting Rate £10.00 per hour

Hours of work: Up to 8 hours per week on Saturdays

Please note that the hours of work are Saturdays between 10.00-4.00pm. Remaining hours will be undertaken during normal office hours (Mon to Fri between 9.00am-5.00pm). 

We are looking for two qualified and experienced Play Services Coordinators to manage SAFSS’ Out-of-School Club services for children and young people with disabilities, (Including youth groups and potential holiday play schemes).

We are looking for enthusiastic, creative and aspiring leaders to manage an established team of Specialist Playworkers who provide sessions term time evenings or on Saturdays.  The Coordinators will undertake regular monitoring of sessions, finances and regular staff supervisions and team meetings etc; to ensure the service standards are met. The Coordinators will also be responsible for providing positive outcomes and play opportunities in line with the EYFS and Play principles. Evidencing and planning of sessions will be vital to the role.

Applicants must have a minimum of NNEB qualification or NVQ3 in Child Care and equivalent. Applicants must have a good standard of spoken and written English and numeracy. Experience of working with children with disabilities is an advantage as we support children and young people with varying disabilities and conditions. Being able to speak a South Asian language would also be an advantage to the role as we support South Asian Families.

Closing date for above posts: Monday 23^rd January 2012

Interview date for above posts: Tuesday 31^st January 2012

Registered with Ofsted, the club works to the Equalities Act, ECM and EDCM outcomes, the Principles in Play and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). SAFSS Out-of-School was also awarded the Me2 award for being an inclusive play setting and is working towards the Quality in Play kite mark.

At SAFSS we take the safeguarding of children and adults seriously and all staff will be subject to an enhanced CRB clearance, checks and references as well as a suitable person’s interview. 

For information and an application form for all of the above posts please contact Kam or Amar on

(0121) 558 2198

SAFSS, Fenton St, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1HR

Registered Charity: 1098917

Race Relations Act: 1979 Section 5 (2) (d)

 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year  from everyone at SAFSS.

A big birthday cake, party food and drinks were generously donated by Paul’s mum and the whole group got ready to party.  Dancing shoes and party outfits were put on and the group danced the day away to all their favourite party music.

An enjoyable day was had by all. Happy birthday Paul from everyone at SAFSS.

 For further information about our services for adults with disabilities please contact Arathi Nahar on (0121) 558 2198 or email adults.safss@btconnect.com

Cheered on by his friends from the SAFSS adults group, Jagdeep won an amazing two medals.  He won a Silver medal for second place in the 50 kilometer sprint and a fantastic Gold medal for winning the Soft Ball competition! 

 This was a memorable experience for Jagdeep and  his friends at SAFSS. The event was a great opportunity to experience and feel the atmosphere within the stadium and to  get involved with future competitions run by the Special Olympics.

The event also supported the groups interest in having fun, playing sports,  learning life long skills and  maintaining a healthy lifestyle. 

Congratulations to Jagdeep!

 For further information about our services for adults with disabilities, please contact Arathi Nahar at SAFSS on 0121 558 2198 or email adults.safss@btconnect.com

Nominated for his commitment and contribution to SAFSS and to the local voluntary sector, Sanjiv has a 1 in 14 chance of being successful. Sanjiv is committed to his volunteering and to the difference he makes to the lives of people with disabilities in Sandwell. We have our fingers crossed that he has his “moment to shine” and is recognised for the enormous contribution he has made to Sandwell.

The results are announced in December 2011. Good Luck Sanjiv, from everyone at SAFSS!

If you have heard Parpinder’s interview and would like to find out more about our services, and how we could support your family please contact us on (0121) 558 2198 or pop in to our centre in Smethwick. We are located on the first floor ASRA Building, Fenton Street, Smethwick.