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  • Recruiting Kitchen Assistants

    Fri 13 Oct 2023

    We are RECRUITING , 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 are needed in schools across RCT!
    £𝟭𝟬.𝟵𝟬 𝗽/𝗵

    Monday to Friday between 9am and 2pm (hours worked will vary according to site).

    𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗶𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹. 𝗡𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, 𝗻𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺!

    This kitchen assistant position is ideal for someone looking for a casual, local, and rewarding role in one of our schools across RCT. Enjoy the flexibility of casual work with Council employment benefits!

    Become part of a team dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of young people within our community, undertaking a role that includes supporting in:


    - Creating a pleasant and welcoming school dining environment
    - Maintaining food safety and kitchen hygiene
    - Preparing and serving meals

    𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆, 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲!

    Apply here: https://orlo.uk/WNSn4
    To apply for this job, follow the link and type ‘Casual General Kitchen Assistants - School Catering’ into the search bar!

     

    𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝟯𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿!


    𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗿. The Living Wage commitment will see everyone working at Rhondda Cynon Taf Council receive a minimum hourly wage of £10.90 per hour.

  • Safeguarding Concerns - Omegle.com

    Thu 05 Oct 2023

    On behalf of Head of Attendance and Wellbeing Service

     

    It has come to the attention of the Local Authority that there are significant safeguarding concerns in respect of the Omegle.com website/app due to its harmful sexual content and access to personal data including locations. Children, young people and their parents/carers are advised to delete this app.

     

    If a child/young person has been a victim of online harm/exploitation then they should report this to 101 and where required appropriate safeguarding referrals should be made. If it is believed a child is at immediate risk then emergency services should be contacted by ringing 999.

     

    Further information on the risks associated with this website can be found at the following links:

    https://oursaferschools.co.uk/2022/09/30/dangerous-chat-rooms-alert/

     

    https://saferinternet.org.uk/blog/what-is-omegle-key-things-parents-and-carers-need-to-know

     

    Many thanks

  • September 23 Newsletter

    Mon 02 Oct 2023
  • The Welsh Blood Service

    Thu 21 Sep 2023

    Blood stocks in Wales are lower than Welsh Blood would like them to be.
    ❤ Can you book today? https://wbs.wales/RCTSchools
    WBS aims to have at least ⑦ days of each blood type to help patients in need.
    Don’t know your type? No problem, they will do that bit for you when you donate.

    The Welsh Blood Service need more people to sign up as donors to help patients across Wales.

  • Children's Literature Festival

    Thu 21 Sep 2023

     NOW BOOKING!

     

    Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th October

    National Waterfront Museum

     

    FREE
    Children’s Literature Festival


    Book tickets and view the full programme of events

     

    A fantastic line-up of authors taking part in the first of its kind free Children’s Literary Festival held at the National Waterfront Museum, Swansea during the weekend of 7-8 October has been announced.

    More than thirty renowned children’s authors from Wales and across the UK will be participating in this free event of storytelling, magic, music and drama with sessions held in both English and Welsh.

    Author names include Hannah Gold, winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2022 for Last Bear, prolific writer and winner of this year’s Carnegie Medal, Manon Steffan Ros, Alex Wharton, 2023-2025 Children’s Laureate Wales, Nia Morais Bardd Plant Cymru 2023-25, multiple award-winner and patron of the Children’s Bookshow Owen Sheers and multiple-winner of the Literature Wales Book of the Year award Caryl Lewis.  

    Added to the list of award-winning and prolific children’s authors are Liz Hyder, Catherine Fisher, Casia Wiliam, Rebecca F.John, Ivor Baddiel, Robin Bennett, Lee Newbery, Lesley Parr, Stephanie Burgis, E.L. Norry, Helen and Thomas Docherty and many more.

    The Children’s Literature festival is organised by Swansea University’s Cultural Institute and DylanED programme in partnership with Save the Children Cymru, the Rhys Davies Trust, Storyopolis, Cover to Cover and Austin Bailey Foundation.


    Book tickets and view the full programme of events

     

    **FREE TRANSPORT FOR FESTIVAL EVENT TICKET HOLDERS**

    Free return transport to the festival will be available from specific pick-up points on a first come, first served basis.
    Download the bus route timetable here: Bus Route Timetable - Children's Literature Festival 2023

    In addition, we have a number of transport grants available on a first come, first served basis for schools, community centres and other organisations working with children and young people.

    For further details and to book bus places, please email: swanfestbus23@gmail.com 

  • Free School Meals

    Fri 15 Sep 2023

    FSM can be claimed online by accessing the link below:

     

    Free School Meal Application

  • Council statement on RAAC concrete investigations

    Mon 11 Sep 2023

     

    Please see the link for the Council's statement on Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) in buildings. 

     

    https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Newsroom/PressReleases/2023/September/CouncilstatementonRAACconcreteinvestigations.aspx.

     

  • Summer Term 2023

    Thu 13 Jul 2023
  • School Crossing Patrol Vacancy at Darrenlas Primary School

    Wed 12 Jul 2023

    Job title : School Crossing Patrol

    Job reference : REQ000157

    Application closing date : 19/07/2023
    Location :
    Salary : *GBP*10.79 per hour
    Job category/type : Traffic, Highways and Road Safety

    Job description :

    Road Safety Unit

                                    

    We have a number of vacancies throughout Rhondda Cynon Taf for permanent, part-time School Crossing Patrols. Being a School Crossing Patrol is very rewarding, enabling you to provide an invaluable service to your community. The hours are part-time, term time only with the working hours varying dependent on the location. 

     

    We are looking for individuals who want to help and who has a genuine interest in the safety of children and adults on their journeys to and from school. Our School Crossing Patrols are punctual, trustworthy, honest and dedicated men and women who are valued members of their community, who, no matter what the weather, represent one of the friendliest faces in public service, being polite and courteous at all times.

     

    Common and practical sense is important for a School Crossing Patrol. Applicants should have knowledge of road safety, and an understanding of the current Highway Code. The ability to judge vehicles speed and distance of oncoming traffic and appreciation of vehicle stopping distances in all weathers is also necessary.

     

    You will need the ability to communicate with children and adults to ensure that they are safe whilst they are crossing. The Road Safety Unit will ensure that you are provided with the correct training, uniform and equipment to carry out your duties.


    This post will require candidates to have satisfactory post offer clearances and will be subject to regular health assessments for factors intrinsic to this post. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly CRB).

     

    If you are interested in becoming a School Crossing Patrol or would like further information about the current vacancies, please ring the Rachel Evans on 07385401983.     

      

    Current Vacancies:

    Darranlas Primary, Mountain Ash - 6.15 hours per week

    Penyrenglyn Primary, Treherbert - 7.30 hours per week

    YGG Garth Olwg, Church Village  - 7.30 hours per week

     

    Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council.

     

    In addition to this safeguarding responsibility, the successful applicant for this role will also be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

     

    The Council values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

     

    An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

     

    In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.

     

    In support of the Council’s voluntary pledge to support the Armed Forces, the recruiter must always be prepared to ensure that applicants who have identified themselves as members of the Armed Forces including Service Leavers, Veterans or Reservists and who meet the essential criteria of the person specification, are offered an interview.

     

    To view job details or apply on-line click here

    To search for other jobs click here




     

  • Holiday Free School Meal Provision

    Fri 07 Jul 2023
    Holiday provision for learners who are eligible for free school meals was introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic as a form of time-limited support to help families. While there have been several temporary continuations of the scheme, Welsh Government have confirmed on 28th June 2023 that despite fully exploring options for funding a further extension, it has not been possible due to funding constraints.  The most recent extension to the end of May half term is the last. There will be no further extension to cover the summer holiday period or beyond.
     
    Useful resources: -
     
    Get help with the cost of living | GOV.WALES - This page is regularly updated and provides information on possible sources of financial support, including our Discretionary Assistance Fund for people experiencing extreme financial pressures.
     
    Here to help with the cost of living | GOV.WALES - This campaign seeks to encourage people to contact Advicelink Cymru - Citizens Advice for free impartial advice on maximising their incomes, including accessing any financial support.
     
    Families might also be interested in the School Holiday Enrichment Programme (SHEP) which takes place in some schools.  This scheme provides healthy meals, food and nutrition education, physical activity and enrichment sessions to children in areas of socio-economic disadvantage during the school holidays. The programme is promoted to children and families under the ‘Food and Fun’ brand identity. For further information, please visit 'Food and Fun’ School Holiday Enrichment Programme - WLGA.
     
    It is also possible to access more support and advice for families experiencing financial hardship on the Council’s website via the following link: https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Resident/ConsumerAdviceandMoneyMatters/CostofLivingSupport/CostofLivingSupport.aspx.
     
    I am sure this news will be a source of concern to families and hope that the information provided will help a little.
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