CRECHE ASSISTANT

About The Service Cardiff Parenting and Play Services (which includes the creche and childcare team) are part of Cardiff Early Help. Cardiff Parenting Services are strategically led by a Senior Educational Psychologist and include teams that deliver group and individual parenting programmes and interventions, across the whole of Cardiff. We work in community settings, sometimes with families in the home and in accommodation such as hostels. We have office bases across Cardiff and also have equipment for mobile working. We share information about what we do on our Instagram and Facebook pages – search for search for Cardiff Parenting – Rhianta Caerdydd to find out more. Parents whose children have used the creche have said: “Positive experience for both me and my child being able to leave her in the creche. Staff are so professional and helpful. I would like to attend more programmes with creches”;” I really appreciate how they settled him but would come to get me if he really needed me.” and “They were so friendly and looked after my boy well. Amazing ladies!” Staff who are new to the service have said “I love working within the creche team because everyone is so friendly and I've built up some amazing friendships while doing a job that I love; It makes me feel more passionate and motivated to work amongst and with my team and “No day is the same and it's great having such a supportive and friendly team.” About the job As part of a wider expansion of the team an exciting opportunity has become available within our Cardiff Parenting and Play Creche Team. We are looking for 2 Creche Assistants to join our established childcare and creche team within Early Help to work at a variety of settings in the community across Cardiff. The role is varied and successful candidates will support the delivery of quality crèche provision for children whose parents are attending Parenting Programmes. When required you will also assist in the provision of quality childcare and play opportunities for children aged 2 to 3 years at our two Flying Start Childcare settings. The creche assistants will play a key part in joining an experienced team of staff who provide engaging, child led and fun play experiences primarily for children aged 0-4 years, although we can work with children up to the age of 8. Creches are particularly inclusive of families with children under 4 years of age, they will pro-actively contribute to the creation of welcoming and inclusive environments that are sensitive to the needs of adults and children using our service. The paid hours are 35 hours a week term time only, applications for job share are welcomed. What We Are Looking For From You Essential: a qualification in Children’s Care, Play, Learning & Development (CCPLD minimum Level 2) please see the job description and personal specification for further information When applying, please refer to how you meet the essential criteria of the attached person specification in the additional information section of the application. The post holder should have a genuine interest and love of working with children aged under 8 and their families. We often work with service users who are experiencing challenge and trauma, so candidates will need to have a non-judgemental approach, demonstrating kindness, empathy and understanding. Candidates must have a comprehensive knowledge of the developmental needs of children and be able to deliver information to parents about their child’s development in a sensitive manner, supported by the Creche Leader. A clean driving licence and access to a vehicle is also essential, as the role requires travel across all areas of the city. Cardiff Council take the welfare of all of our staff seriously and we strive to deliver positive working arrangements that support our amazing workforce to feel respected and valued. Here’s some examples of how we try to achieve this, with opportunities for you as an employee: Access to the Cardiff & Vale of Glamorgan Pension Fund which is part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering a reputable, secure and flexible pension plan. Guaranteed access to further excellent Training & Development, to give you the opportunity to advance your career with us. Access to employee equality networks for support, guidance and socialising (these networks include the Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic Network, Carers Network, Disability Network, LGBT Network & the Women’s Network). Access to comprehensive employee wellbeing support. Access to the MyAdvantages Employee Benefits Platform (which includes access to the Council’s Cycle to Work Scheme and exclusive discounts at retailers such as Asda, Tesco & Ikea). The ability to speak other languages, in particular Welsh alongside other community languages would be an advantage. Additional information If you would like more information, please contact Sarah Mackay the Childcare and Creche Co-ordinator. This role is part-time at 35 hours per week, 39 weeks