Joshua Flynn
Owner and Manager
Hi, I’m Joshua. After more than 17 years’ work in the education sector, I was very aware of the need to continue affordable and reliable out-of-school care options in Cardiff.
With the full suppport of the school and the team, and with the relevant Care Inspectorate Wales approvals in place, I began leading St Peter’s OSC in 2020. The school, team and I then began building on the great care previously offered, improving the service through listening to feedback from parents.
My time working in the classroom with kids of all ages has allowed me to learn a few important things myself: every child is different, the chance to spend time with other children is important, and children learn a lot about the world around them through play. Together with the school staff, and the team here, I’ve brought together in a safe, supportive environment at St Peter’s OSC.
Linda
Emilia
Seren
Matthew
Tina
Bethan
Our Out Of School Care team’s qualifications
We have been able to establish a committed, enthusiastic, caring, experienced and well qualified team.
The qualifications of the current staff are as follows:
Manager:
- 17+ years experience in the education sector
- BA (Hons) Education Studies and Early Childhood Studies – 2011.
- Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Person Training – 2017, with further training in 2023
- NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma in Advanced Playwork (Wales) (Manager) Level 5 – 2022
- Level 2 Food Safety Catering Certificate – 2022
- Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work – 2022
Deputy Manager:
- 25+ years experience in childcare, play work and teaching support
- Nursery Nursing Qualification, recognised as an effective Play Work Qualification
- Level 2 Food Safety Catering qualifications
- Emergency First Aid Training
- Level 1 Child Protection/Safeguarding Awareness.
All other staff have completed or are working towards qualifications that are recognised by CIW. All staff have completed or are completing Level 2 Food Safety Catering qualifications, Emergency First Aid training and Level 1 Child Protection/Safeguarding Awareness.
We continue to seek courses and opportunities for experiences and private study to develop knowledge and skills for all staff. All new staff receive induction training and all staff will receive regular update training in the areas of child protection/safeguarding, emergency first aid and food preparation. Nominated staff members will undertake as required Manual Handling Training and Health and Safety at Work Training as required.