Vale of Glamorgan Council
Senior Childcare Worker - Temporary / Fixed Term March 2028
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About Us
The Vale of Glamorgan is assisting communities through its Flying Start Programme, a Welsh Government-funded initiative targeting families with children aged 0–3 to promote holistic early development, including:
- Language, cognitive and emotional skill development
- Early identification of high needs
- Health guidance and parenting support programmes
- Free part-time childcare
The Flying Start works to:
- Ambitious: Foster innovation and long-term growth
- Open: Embrace inclusivity in decision-making
- Together: Collaborate across teams, partners, and communities
- Proud: Serve and represent the Vale of Glamorgan with pride
About the Role
Job Title: Senior Childcare Worker (Flying Start Programme) Location: Barry, Flying Start settings (part-time across 4 locations) Hours: 35 hrs per week Term Time: 39 weeks annually Contract Type: Temporary until 31 March 2028 Pay Grade: Grade 5, SCP 8-12, £26,824–£28,598 p.a. (pro rata = £13.90–£14.82/hr)
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Key Responsibilities: A dynamic role fostering high-quality childcare for 0–4-year-olds. You will:
- Design and lead nurturing learning experiences for young children (focus on age-appropriate play, social growth, and developmental milestones).
- Work flexibly to cover all childcare settings when needed.
- Champion Caring about Learning and Development (CCLD)—opportunities provided for NVQ Level 5 extension (management leadership qualifications).
- Collaborate with parenting programmes, health teams, and wider Flying Start elements to support holistic family outcomes.
- Reflect Vale of Glamorgan Council values and priorities in daily practice.
This role is ideal for professionals passionate about childcare seeking hands-on, early-years experience while contributing to community-wide improvement.
About You
Required:
- NVQ 4/QCF Level 5 qualification in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (CCLD)—essential foundation.
- Senior/advanced practitioner status (e.g., experience in team leadership or managing children’s caregivers).
- Dedicated 2+ years working with babies/toddlers in a regulated childcare environment—critical.
- Depth of knowledge Current Institute for Excellence in Early Years (CIW) regulations.
- Ability to plan, organise, and implement play-based activities, emphasising early learning outcomes.
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Key Notes
- Enhanced DBS & prohibited list checks required
- Access to specialised child Safeguarding training via the Council
- Contact for Enquiries contact: Emma Selby (Childcare Manager) | Tel: 01446 725106 / 07725705324 | emselby@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk for further details.
Apply via completing our standard application form and referring to attached Job Description/Person Specification for verbose individual criteria.
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