CRECHE ASSISTANT in Cardiff

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.

Information about our Parenting and Play Services can be found via our Padlet:

We also 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

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 a ll 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 on 07817 955443.

This role is part-time at 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year. The advertised salary is based on a full-time role (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). The actual salary will be lower than the advertised salary because of the part-time hours and weeks worked.

This post is temporary until 31st March 2028.

Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Director/ Assistant Director/ Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.

These posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well‑being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.

We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.

We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.

If you require additional support to complete the Creche Assistant job application, our Into Work Advice Service team can help you. To receive further support contact 029 2087 1071 or email intoworkadviceservice@cardiff.gov.uk

Please note the Council does not accept CV’s. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website :

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Job Category Social Services - Childrens

Working Pattern/Contract Type Part Time Temporary (Term Time)