Creche Worker , Northamptonshire

Job Title: Creche Practitioner
Location: Central Northampton (Two Sites)
Reporting To: Operations Manager
Salary: £23,720 pro rata

Responsibilities:
Assist in assessing the needs of children and young people affected by domestic abuse.
Manage day-to-day operations of creche services and programs.
Collaborate with the Children and Young People’s Team Co-ordinator to deliver support sessions.

Working Hours:
27.5 hours per week (9:30 am – 3 pm), 5 days a week.
Occasional out-of-hours, evening, early morning, or weekend work may be required.

Main Purpose:
Provide creche and 1:1 childcare sessions for victims of domestic abuse.
Deliver activities supporting key program outcomes.

Qualifications:
Essential: Child/youth related qualification (e.g., NNEB, NVQ Early Years Child Care Level 3, Teaching qualification, Childhood and Youth degree).
Experience:

Essential: Working with children and young people.
Desirable: Experience working with victims of domestic abuse.

Skills:
Ability to make client-centered decisions.
Clear communication skills.
Proficiency in relationship/domestic abuse group work.
Strong crisis management skills.

Personal Qualities:
Compassion and empathy.
Integrity and respect.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Enthusiastic and positive attitude.

Main Duties:
Act as Child Protection lead when required.
Assess risks and needs of victims and children.
Establish and prioritize play sessions.
Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements.
Support delivery of person-centered support plans.
Assist with meal preparation and planning.
Attend multi-disciplinary meetings as necessary.

Additional Requirements:
Valid driving license and access to a car during working hours (desirable).
Paediatric First Aid qualification (desirable).
Food Hygiene certificate (desirable).

How to Apply:
Please email debby@total-spectrum.com for a full job description and application form.