Flying Start Childcare Practitioner / Nursery Nurse - Term Time Contract

Blue Door; Cardiff; On-site; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Cardiff is seeking a qualified Flying Start Childcare Practitioner to support the early development of children aged 2–11. The role offers a nurturing environment with flexibility for additional hours during holidays. Essential qualifications include CCLPD Level 2 in Childcare Learning and Development. Join a dedicated team focused on providing the best start in life for every child.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Health & wellbeing programme

Private dental insurance

Private medical insurance

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in working with children aged 0–11 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to 2-year-olds and children up to age 11.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support early years development.
• Support safe and smooth school transfers for children aged 3–11.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team-focused approach

Education

CCLPD Level 2 qualification in Childcare Learning and Development

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

Due to the expansion of our Flying Start provision, Blue Door is looking to recruit a passionate and qualified Flying Start Childcare Practitioner to join our dedicated and growing team, on a Term Time Contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in children’s lives, working in a nurturing and supportive environment.

Tasks

About the Role

This role will primarily involve working with 2-year-olds in our Flying Start setting, supporting their early development and wellbeing. You will also provide cover for children aged 3–11 years, particularly during school transfers, which are all completed on foot.

There will also be opportunities to work additional hours during school holidays in our Holiday Clubs for children aged 3–11 years.

You will be part of a supportive, multi-agency network, working closely with professionals such as Dietitians, Health Visitors, Speech & Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists, Advisory Teachers, the Parenting Team, and our Inclusion Team. Together, we share the goal of giving every child in our care the best possible start and the chance to reach their full potential.

As part of our Flying Start setting, you’ll benefit from high-quality, ongoing training. This includes essential courses like First Aid, Safeguarding, and Behaviour Management, along with a varied programme of professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to 2-year-olds and children up to age 11.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities that support early years development.
• Make thoughtful observations and contribute to planning for individual learning needs.
• Support safe and smooth school transfers for children aged 3–11, walking with them between settings.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations.

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Minimum: CCLPD Level 2 qualification in Childcare Learning and Development (applications without this will not be considered)
• Preferred: Level 3 qualification
• Experience or interest in working with children aged 0–11 years
• Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach

Benefits

We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate: £12.48 per hour, for Level 3 Qualified
• 30-35 hours - to be confirmed
• Term Time Only (holidays off), plus optional paid holiday club hours
• Paid training and CPD opportunities
• Fully funded professional development
• Flexible, supportive working environment
• Excellent staff perks and wellbeing programme

If you’re enthusiastic, qualified, and ready to inspire young minds in a professional, child-focused setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Childcare

• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

If this sounds like the perfect next step for you, we’d love to hear from you! You can find our advert on Indeed later today and apply there.