Opportunity to make a positive impact on young children's lives and their families' wellbeing through supportive services.
A welcoming and inclusive work environment that values diversity and teamwork within the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
Access to a structured program (Flying Start) designed for early childhood development, enhancing professional growth and skills.
Flexible working hours during term time, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Competitive salary for the grade and support for professional development within the sector.
Engagement in various activities promoting vital skills in children, fostering creativity and joy in the learning process.
The Vale of Glamorgan Council is seeking a Childcare Worker for its Flying Start Programme in Barry, aimed at providing intensive support for families with children aged 0-3 years. The role entails delivering high-quality childcare, promoting the development of children's language, cognitive, social, and emotional skills, alongside physical development and early identification of needs. Candidates should possess experience in working with young children and their families, competence in planning and organizing play activities, and a solid understanding of childcare regulations. An NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Children's Care, Learning, and Development is mandatory, along with the ability to communicate in Welsh.
The position is part-time, offering 18.5 hours per week during term time (39 weeks), with pay set at Grade 4, SCP 5-7, ranging from £24,790 to £25,584 per annum, pro rata. This temporary role is funded until March 2025. Applicants must be flexible and sensitive to children's individual needs, demonstrating motivation and enthusiasm for working with families in the community. An enhanced DBS check is required for the role.
The position is part-time, offering 18.5 hours per week during term time (39 weeks), with pay set at Grade 4, SCP 5-7, ranging from £24,790 to £25,584 per annum, pro rata. This temporary role is funded until March 2025. Applicants must be flexible and sensitive to children's individual needs, demonstrating motivation and enthusiasm for working with families in the community. An enhanced DBS check is required for the role.
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 £24,790- £25,584 p.a. pro rata
Hours of Work: 18.5 hrs per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, term time (39 weeks)
Main Place of Work: Barry
Temporary Reason: In line with funding until March 2025
Description:
The post holder will provide high quality childcare for 2 to 3 year olds in the Flying Start areas of Barry.
About You
You will need:
DBS Check Required: Enhanced child and adult barred list
For Further Information, contact: Emma Selby - Childcare Manager - or /
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
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 £24,790- £25,584 p.a. pro rata
Hours of Work: 18.5 hrs per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, term time (39 weeks)
Main Place of Work: Barry
Temporary Reason: In line with funding until March 2025
Description:
The post holder will provide high quality childcare for 2 to 3 year olds in the Flying Start areas of Barry.
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
- Ability to communicate in Welsh essential
DBS Check Required: Enhanced child and adult barred list
For Further Information, contact: Emma Selby - Childcare Manager - or /
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
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