Flying Start Deputy Senior Childcare Worker (Term-Time)

Bridgend; Wales; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time schedule

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Bridgend Council seeks a Deputy Senior Childcare Worker (Flying Start) for maternity cover. The post supports 2–3 year olds within term-time hours (Mon-Fri, 8:00–15:30) in our Garth setting, with a fixed-term up to 31 March 2028 and temporary up to 12 months or until the post holder returns.

DBS required; Welsh language ability desirable. The role offers term-time benefits, progression opportunities, and a supportive team delivering high-quality early years education with Local Government

Qualifications

• Passion for working with young children.
• Experience with multi-agency working to support families.
• Level 3 childcare qualification, with progress toward Level 4 leadership and management.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 2-3 years within Flying Start to give them the best start.
• Work as part of a team during term-time hours (Mon-Fri, 8:00–15:30).
• Collaborate with partner agencies to support families and safeguarding.

Skills

Passion for childcare

Caring

Motivated

Reliable

Multi-agency working

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Leadership/management (Level 4) underway

Job description

Bridgend Council seeks a Deputy Senior Childcare Worker (Flying Start) for maternity cover. The post supports 2–3 year olds within term-time hours (Mon-Fri, 8:00–15:30) in our Garth setting, with a fixed-term up to 31 March 2028 and temporary up to 12 months or until the post holder returns.

DBS required; Welsh language ability desirable. The role offers term-time benefits, progression opportunities, and a supportive team delivering high-quality early years education with Local Government