Childcare Leader

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a part-time Childcare Leader to oversee operations and manage a team within the Flying Start Childcare team. The role requires a Level 5 qualification in Childcare Learning and Development, with at least 2 years of experience working with children under 4. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with childcare regulations and foster strong relationships with parents and children. The contract is fixed-term until March 2026, offering competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Agile working patterns

Staff discount schemes

Qualifications

• 2 years experience working with children under 4 years in a childcare setting.
• Ability to foster strong relationships with children and parents/carers.
• Understanding of childcare regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver high-quality childcare services.
• Monitor attendance and engagement rates.
• Ensure compliance with legislative childcare requirements.
• Create an inclusive environment for all children.

Skills

Team Management

Childcare Compliance

Engagement

Education

Level 5 qualification in Childcare Learning and Development

CACHE Level 3 Diploma Early Years and Childcare

Tools

Current Paediatric First Aid certificate

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting a Childcare Leader at Caerphilly County Borough Council.

Employment Details

Working hours: 20 hours - 4 hours per day
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/03/2026, Term Time Only (39 weeks)
Location: Various Locations across the Borough

This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Early Years Team.

Salary

We pay an attractive salary of £14,992 - £16,730 (Level 3 Grade 8) and offer access to training and development opportunities.

Role Summary

The Childcare Leader is a key role within our dynamic and high-quality Flying Start Childcare team. We are on the lookout for a part-time Childcare Leader to join us.

This position is a fixed-term contract of 20 hours per week, running until 31st March 2026. We need this position filled to ensure we meet Flying Start guidance, Childcare Regulations, and the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) National Minimum Standards.

As a Childcare Leader, you will oversee the daily operations of a childcare setting and manage a team of dedicated childcare staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Management: Lead and inspire a team to deliver top‑notch childcare services.
• Engagement: Foster strong relationships with parents/carers and children.
• Monitoring: Track attendance and take‑up rates to ensure optimal engagement.
• Compliance: Ensure all legislative requirements and standards for registered childcare provision are met.
• Inclusivity: Create a respectful and inclusive environment for all children.
• Support: Assist children with additional and emerging needs.
• Collaboration: Work seamlessly with multi‑agency partners to deliver the programme.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• A Level 5 qualification in Childcare Learning and Development (CC L5)
• A CACHE Level 3 Diploma Early Years and Childcare qualification or similar relevant qualification
• Current Paediatric First Aid certificate
• At least 2 years post‑qualification experience of working with children aged under 4 years, in a childcare provision

Benefits

We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes.

Contact

To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.

After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Fiona Santos on 07810348505 or email santofcaerphilly.gov.uk / Jacqui Smith on 07525886778 or email smithj4caerphilly.gov.uk.

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