This is for Chepstow/Caldicot Your responsibilities are to:-

• Ensure that you fully understand the Monmouthshire Safeguarding Policy and implement this at all times.

• Undertake additional training such as safeguarding, manual handling, first aid, basic food hygiene, and other relevant training.

• Maintain safe working practice for self and other in accordance with the authority’s policy statement on Health and Safety at work.

• To abide by the principles and practices of equality of opportunity as laid down in the Council’s Equality Opportunities Policy.

• To ensure the safety of children whilst in the playgroup ensuring the environment and equipment is clean and safe at all times.

• Liaise with other Flying Start staff to meet the needs of the children in your care.

• To communicate effectively and sensitively with adults and children attending the playgroup.

• To maintain accurate records, planning and observations of children in your care.

• To communicate regularly with parents, sharing information about their child’s development and routines.

• To provide support to parents when required, for example: health promotion, positive parenting, home safety, nutrition and early learning tips. Here’s what we can provide you with:-

• The opportunity to develop Welsh language skills. • Ongoing support to develop your skills further, alongside regular training relevant to your role.

• The opportunity to take part in “supervision” sessions and the opportunity to share good practice, celebrate success and reflect on things that may not have gone to plan.

• The opportunity to be part of a team with a “have a go” attitude, we value creativity and innovation.

• The opportunity for you to make a positive difference to the lives of young children in your care.