Flying Start Manager — Early Years Lead

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

Job summary

A childcare provider in Cardiff seeks a dedicated Flying Start Manager for a Term Time Contract. This role requires managing the Flying Start provision, overseeing practitioners, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must have CCLD Level 4 in Childcare Learning and Development and experience in an early years setting. The position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits including a childcare discount and training opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount

Cycle to work scheme

Free/discounted meals

Private medical and dental insurance

Employee wellbeing support

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or managing staff within an early years or childcare setting.
• Good understanding of Flying Start and equivalent early years frameworks.
• Commitment to safeguarding and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Flying Start provision on a daily basis.
• Support and mentor Flying Start practitioners.
• Ensure compliance with Flying Start standards and regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

CCLD Level 4 in Childcare Learning and Development

Level 5 qualification (desirable)

Job description

A childcare provider in Cardiff seeks a dedicated Flying Start Manager for a Term Time Contract. This role requires managing the Flying Start provision, overseeing practitioners, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must have CCLD Level 4 in Childcare Learning and Development and experience in an early years setting. The position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits including a childcare discount and training opportunities.