Childcare Assistant

Early Years; Caerwys; Remote; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Clwb Bwthyn Bach in Caerwys, Wales, is seeking a well-organised, confident person to support the Leader and Deputy in providing safe, high-quality childcare and education for young children.

The role involves assisting with planning, observations, and parent communication, with four days per week from 11:30am to 4:30pm. NMW or Living Wage applies, with Nest pension scheme support.

Qualifications

• Early Years Qualification Level 3 preferred.
• Level 2 with progression to Level 3 required/encouraged.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• DBS/First Aid/Safeguarding certificates desirable; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Person In Charge in day-to-day running of the setting.
• Provide high quality education and childcare in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Record observations and assist with planning; communicate progress to parents.
• Work as part of a team and take leadership duties when required.
• Build strong relationships with parents/carers and ensure policy adherence.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Team player

Confident communicator

Supportive with parents/carers

Education

Early Years Qualification Level 3

Level 2 with progression to Level 3

Job description

Post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check: Yes

Clwb Bwthyn Bach is a small (max 27) and friendly 'committee supported'setting run from its own separate building, set within the grounds of Ysgol yr Esgob in Caerwys. We provide Wrap-Around Childcare at our Caerwys site for the children of Ysgol yr Esgob in Caerwys and Ysgol Lixwm (transported from) as well as the wider community.

We are looking for a well organised, confident, 'fun'person to join our leader and Deputy to assist in creating a stimulating, caring and happy environment for our children.

Salary: In accordance with NMW or Living Wage, whichever is applicable. NEST Pension Scheme.

Overall Responsibility

• To assist the Person In Charge in the day to day running of the setting, providing high quality education and childcare; ensuring that it is a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children to learn and develop.
• Assist with the planning process and be responsible for recording observations where appropriate.
• Liaise with the Person in Charge and Deputy on children’s needs and progress development.
• To work as a team and be able to take leadership duties if applicable, being responsible for the children and any other staff members.
• Have good communication skills and be able to build good working relationships with parents/carers. To fulfil legal and statutory requirements, contribute to and implement Playgroup policies; in addition to acting as a key worker for a group of children and communicating progress on a regular basis with their parents.

Main Duties

• To ensure that the Playgroup is a safe environment for children, that equipment is safe, standards of hygiene are high, and safety procedures are always implemented. Also to undertake extra training essential to the role (First aid, Safeguarding etc..)
• To keep storage areas tidy, safe and accessible in accordance with the rental contract.
• To set up Playgroup activity equipment before the children arrive at the playgroup and tidy away equipment at the end of the playgroup session.
• To clean down appropriately and to assist a deep clean periodically.
• To assist or lead on Playgroup activities and offer appropriate stimulation according to national guidelines and support to the children.
• To work closely with the children, other members of staff and parents.
• To ensure there is a good, happy and positive atmosphere at all sessions.
• To take time to listen and respond to children, encourage participation, and support them in their development.
• To maintain equality of opportunity for all children within the playgroup.

Qualifications and Additions

• Early Years Qualification Level 3 (preferable)
• Early Years Qualifications Level 2 and already working towards Level 3
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and take instruction when required.
• Experience and passion to work ‘hands on’ with young children, which may include nappies / toilet training.
• Previous experience working with ALN desirable/autism awareness training a benefit.
• Enhanced DBS/First aid / Safeguarding / Food and Hygiene Certificates – training can be provided if required.
• Driving licence and own transport essential.

Hours of work

Four days a week. 11.30am until 4.30pm. (Specific days to be discussed and you will be required to cover staff absences, with a planned absence imminent. This would mean full time hours for a period of time – explained at interview)

Holiday clubs (Summer/Easter) – dependant on demand/discussed at interview.