Children's Activity Co-ordinator - Oldcastle Primary (Fixed Term)

Bridgend County Borough Council; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council is seeking a Children's Activity Co-ordinator to develop play-based learning for an After School Club. This role requires 5 hours of work per week during term time, emphasizing childcare and supervision. Candidates must demonstrate relevant experience and be capable of speaking Welsh. A criminal records check is required. Closing date for applications is October 22, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience of developing play-based learning.
• Ability to take responsibility and supervise children.
• Demonstrate skills in various educational themes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate children's activities in After School Club.
• Supervise groups of children during activity sessions.
• Ensure child safety and well-being.

Skills

Childcare experience

Play work skills

Sports and recreation experience

Arts and creative activities

Supervising groups of children

Welsh language skills

Job description

Children's Activity Co-ordinator - Oldcastle Primary (Fixed Term)

Job description: 5 hours per week, Term Time, Fixed Term up to 31 August 2025.

The Governors of Oldcastle Primary School are seeking to recruit an Activity Coordinator for our school. This role is 5 hours per week working Wednesday and Thursday 3pm to 5.30pm term time only.

The role will involve developing play-based learning in our After School Club. Our After School Club is held until 5:30pm each day and offers provision to pupils who attend the school.

As part of this role, you must be able to demonstrate skills, experience, and qualifications within childcare, play work, sports and recreation, arts and creative activities or a combination of these themes.

You will also have experience of supervising groups of children and be capable of taking responsibility.

The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced with Children's Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.

Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council

Important Dates:

• Closing Date: 22 October 2025
• Shortlisting Date: 3 November 2025
• Interview Date: 13 November 2025