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SalaryWe are looking for an enthusiastic person to support schools to expand their out of school provision, giving advice and support about the quality provision and supporting them to establish a sustainable model of operation. Supporting the early years team to administer the wraparound childcare grant will also be part of your role.
You will also take a lead role in supporting childminder recruitment and retention, undertaking training and support visits to new and existing childminders to ensure that good quality provision is provided to children and families across Wakefield district.
You will have a degree or equivalent in childcare and extensive knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and safeguarding and welfare requirements.
Knowledge of the childcare market across the Wakefield district would be an advantage but not essential.
Good organisational skills are essential along with ICT and presentation skills to deliver training sessions as necessary. You will have a high level of personal skills with an ability to motivate and encourage the childcare workforce. You will need to collaborate and communicate with a variety of people both internal and external to the Council to undertake your duties.
The successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS Application Form and be able to drive to undertake the duties of the post.
The post is temporary for 18 months in the first instance but may be expanded in the future.
The Council offers:
- A flexible full-time working pattern of 37 hoursper week
- 29days holidays plus 8 Bank Holidays.
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.
Want to Know More?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Amanda Jenkinson.
Tel: 07747456480
E-mail: ajenkinson@wakefield.gov.uk
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Safeguarding
Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.
DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.
Fluency Duty
This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post.
Probation
In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.
Diversity
Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.
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