Flying Start Childcare Worker

Vale of Glamorgan Council; Barry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Barry is seeking a motivated Childcare Worker to support families and deliver quality care for children aged 0-4. Responsibilities include planning activities and responding to children's needs. Candidates should have experience working with young children and possess a relevant qualification. The position offers various training opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Access to funded training

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high quality, fun, nurturing experience for children.
• Plan and implement activities for young children.
• Work across all childcare settings as needed.

Skills

Experience working with Babies/Young children and families

Planning and organization of play activities

Experience in a crèche/childcare environment

Knowledge of CIW requirements

Supporting children's development

Understanding of Key Worker system

Flexible and committed approach

Sensitivity to individual needs of children

NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care

Ability to work at different locations

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development

Job description

About us

The Vale of Glamorgan is welcoming applications within its Flying Start Programme. Flying Start is a Welsh Government funded programme and is available in targeted areas supporting all families to give 0-3-year olds a Flying Start in life. The programme aims to provide intensive support services for children and their families.

The focus of the programme is on promoting language, cognitive, social and emotional skills, physical development and the early identification of high needs. This is achieved through the delivery of health support and guidance, parenting groups and support and free part time childcare.

• Ambitious: Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
• Open: Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
• Together: Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
• Proud: Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

About the role

Pay Details: Grade 4, SCP 5 - 7, £25,583 - £26,403(Pro Rata), £13.26 - £13.69 p/h

Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 35 hours per week – term time only

Main Place of Work: Barry

Temporary Reason: Welsh Government funding until 31.3.2028

Description: Flying Start is a Welsh Government funded initiative aimed at children aged 0-4 years and their families. Our 4 internal childcare settings are an integral part of the service, delivering sessional childcare term time only. We are looking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic childcare worker to join our dedicated childcare team. You will contribute to delivering a high quality, fun, nurturing experience, providing learning and development opportunities for the children in your care. Although you will be primarily based in one setting, there is an expectation that all staff cover across all sites as needed. As a Flying Start childcare worker you will have access to a wide variety of funded training, including the opportunity to pursue CCLD level 4 / 5 in childcare. You will be an integral part of the wider Flying Start team, with lots of support available as well as excellent career progression opportunities. If you are passionate about following a career in childcare, then we would encourage you to apply.

About you / You will need

• Experience of working with Babies/Young children and their families
• Experience of planning, organisation and the implementation of play activities for young children
• Experience of working in a crèche/childcare environment
• Knowledge of CIW requirements for Regulated Childcare
• Good knowledge of how to support children’s development.
• Understanding of Key Worker system
• Motivation and enthusiasm for the post and an understanding of the tasks required
• Flexible and committed approach to work
• Sensitive to the individual needs of children and how to support children in settings
• NVQ Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development, NNEB or an equivalent relevant qualification For Early Years and Childcare
• Understanding the need to work from other Flying Start locations to meet the needs of the service

Additional information

DBS Check Required: Enhanced & Barred Both

For Further Information, contact: Emma Selby, Childcare Manager – 01446 725106 [e-mail]