Children's Play Service also provide a range of play projects and events throughout the year. Including National Playday event which takes annually every August, for all children across Cardiff.
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About the jobChildren's Play Services Play Organisers contribute to the successful operation, development and delivery of quality play opportunities within our play sessions across the city.
You will be part of a dynamic play team providing child centred, creative, fun and stimulating play opportunities, we are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Play Organiser to join the current Play Team.
What We Are Looking For From YouEssential L2 Playwork Qualification required. Please follow the link to find out more about essential Play Qualifications. https://play.wales/playwork/training/
Job description and personal specification are attached for further information about the role.
Must have experience of working with children in a playwork environment. Supporting children to participate in free play activities.
Experience of planning, preparing and delivering a stimulating, exciting and challenging play environment, through consultation with children to empower their play.
Proven ability to communicate effectively with children, young people and their families.
A commitment to the principles and practice outlined in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Additional informationIf you have questions about the role, please contact
Becki Miller on 07967843132 who will be more than happy to help.
If you require additional support to complete the Play Organiser job application, our Into Work Advice Service team can help you. To receive further support contact 029 2087 1071 or email
intoworkadviceservice@cardiff.gov.uk The successful applicant(s) should be able to communicate effectively in Welsh to Level 3 - Intermediate.
This post is temporary until 31st March 2026, but could be extended.
Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Director/ Assistant Director/ Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.
This post is suitable for post share.
This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced checks.
This role is part-time at 20 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (typically working 2pm to 6pm). The advertised salary is based on a full-time role (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). The actual salary will be lower than the advertised salary because of the part-time hours and weeks worked.
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