Co-ordinator - Support and Resource Centres

Co-ordinator - Support and Resource Centres

Are you passionate about supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes?

We are looking to recruit a Co-ordinator - Support and Resource Centre, to join our Parenting and Family Support Team within Porth Cymorth Cynnar, on fixed-term basis, until 1 September, 2027. This is a varied and rewarding opportunity where you'll ensure children and families across Ceredigion receive the support, resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

Working as part of Team Ceredigion and alongside partner organisations, you'll support the delivery of activities and interventions that improve outcomes for children, young people and families, helping to build resilience and provide practical support when it is needed most.

You'll coordinate the day-to-day operation of Penparcau Family Centre, helping to create a welcoming, safe and effective environment for children, families, staff and visitors. You'll also take the lead in managing and monitoring the resources used across the Early Intervention Service, ensuring they are used effectively to meet the needs of our communities.

The role includes supporting and supervising activities with children, young people, adults and families, coordinating staff and volunteers, monitoring resources and budgets, and working collaboratively with a range of professionals and organisations to deliver high-quality services and support.

About you

We're looking for someone who enjoys working with people, is committed to making a positive difference and can build strong relationships with children, families, colleagues and partner agencies. You'll hold an NVQ Level 4 in Business Management (or equivalent) or have at least three years’ relevant experience.

You'll be an organised and effective communicator with the ability to lead and support staff and volunteers, develop positive partnerships, manage resources and workloads, and deliver high-quality services that meet the needs of children and families. You'll have strong IT skills, an understanding of safeguarding and relevant legislation, and a person-centred approach that promotes equality and inclusion.

The ability to travel throughout Ceredigion and transport service users as required is essential to this role. Applicants must have access to suitable transport.

We welcome applications from non-Welsh speakers. All successful applicants requiring support to learn or improve their Welsh language skills will receive support during work time to help them reach the desired standard.

Our offer to you

At Team Ceredigion, we want our people to feel valued, supported and able to do their best work. That's why we invest in learning and development, encourage flexible ways of working where possible, and create opportunities for people to grow their skills and experience.

In return for your commitment, you'll benefit from generous annual leave, enhanced family-friendly policies, health and wellbeing support, lifestyle savings and access to a range of development opportunities.

• generous annual leave


• enhanced family-friendly policies


• health and wellbeing support


• lifestyle savings


• access to a range of development opportunities

To help you balance work and personal commitments, we also offer:

• Hybrid Working - subject to service requirements.


• Flexi-time - providing flexibility around when you work within an agreed bandwidth.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Team Ceredigion in our information pack below.

Additional Information

We are happy to consider applications from individuals seeking part-time, job share or term-time working arrangements. We also welcome applications from candidates seeking a secondment opportunity. If you are applying on a secondment basis, we recommend discussing this with your current manager before submitting your application.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and requirements.

Job Description and Person Specification [https://hreforms.ceredigion.gov.uk/ufs/jdps/REQ106838v2.pdf]

Team Ceredigion Information Pack [https://pack.careers.ceredigion.gov.uk/]

If you'd like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Mari Jefferis on 01970 633494 or email [email protected]

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case‑by‑case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

For more details regarding this vacancy, please refer to the full job description on the Ceredigion County Council careers website.