Senior Childcare Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 18 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £15.67 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 20 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Barry, The Vale of Glamorgan |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Neway International Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | OR23425 |
Crynodeb
Neway International are seeking a Flying Start Senior Childcare Workers to join our client based with Vale of Glamorgan Council.
Location: Gladstone Road, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF63 1NH
Hours: 35 hours per week (8:30am–4:00pm), term‑time only
Start Date: 23 February 2026
Duration: 18 weeks - extended after review
Rate: PAYE: £109.69 per day
About the Client
Vale of Glamorgan Council’s Flying Start programme delivers high‑quality early years childcare and family support for children aged 2–3. The service works closely with parents, childcare teams, and multi‑agency professionals to promote children’s development, wellbeing, and school readiness within a regulated CIW environment.
The Role
The Senior Childcare Worker will support the delivery of high‑quality childcare within Flying Start settings, acting as deputy to the Childcare Leader and leading planning, staff coordination, and developmental activities. The role includes key worker responsibilities, liaison with parents and professionals, and ensuring CIW standards are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
Provide full deputy support to the Childcare Leader in their absence
Lead and facilitate planning meetings to ensure age‑appropriate developmental activities
Develop weekly staff rotas aligned with children’s routines
Support termly transition sessions for children and parents
Act as a key worker, completing assessments and meeting individual needs
Liaise with parents and professionals regarding care plans, development, and wellbeing
Maintain confidentiality and uphold CIW regulated childcare standards
Participate in training and maintain ongoing CPD
Work flexibly across Flying Start childcare settings when required
Maintain professional working relationships with partner agencies
Ensure compliance with Council policies, financial regulations, and safeguarding procedures
Take annual leave during school holidays only
Candidate Requirements
Level 4 qualification in Children’s Care, Learning, Play and Development (CCLPD – Advanced Practitioner)
Experience working with children under 3 in a regulated Early Years setting
Strong understanding of child development and CIW standards
Ability to lead planning, coordinate staff, and support team delivery
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
Flexible, reliable, and able to work across multiple settings
Enhanced DBS covering both barred lists (required under Flying Start)
Two references (one from most recent employer; one personal)
Ability to explain any gaps in employment
Welsh language skills desirable but not essential
Location: Gladstone Road, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF63 1NH
Hours: 35 hours per week (8:30am–4:00pm), term‑time only
Start Date: 23 February 2026
Duration: 18 weeks - extended after review
Rate: PAYE: £109.69 per day
About the Client
Vale of Glamorgan Council’s Flying Start programme delivers high‑quality early years childcare and family support for children aged 2–3. The service works closely with parents, childcare teams, and multi‑agency professionals to promote children’s development, wellbeing, and school readiness within a regulated CIW environment.
The Role
The Senior Childcare Worker will support the delivery of high‑quality childcare within Flying Start settings, acting as deputy to the Childcare Leader and leading planning, staff coordination, and developmental activities. The role includes key worker responsibilities, liaison with parents and professionals, and ensuring CIW standards are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
Provide full deputy support to the Childcare Leader in their absence
Lead and facilitate planning meetings to ensure age‑appropriate developmental activities
Develop weekly staff rotas aligned with children’s routines
Support termly transition sessions for children and parents
Act as a key worker, completing assessments and meeting individual needs
Liaise with parents and professionals regarding care plans, development, and wellbeing
Maintain confidentiality and uphold CIW regulated childcare standards
Participate in training and maintain ongoing CPD
Work flexibly across Flying Start childcare settings when required
Maintain professional working relationships with partner agencies
Ensure compliance with Council policies, financial regulations, and safeguarding procedures
Take annual leave during school holidays only
Candidate Requirements
Level 4 qualification in Children’s Care, Learning, Play and Development (CCLPD – Advanced Practitioner)
Experience working with children under 3 in a regulated Early Years setting
Strong understanding of child development and CIW standards
Ability to lead planning, coordinate staff, and support team delivery
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
Flexible, reliable, and able to work across multiple settings
Enhanced DBS covering both barred lists (required under Flying Start)
Two references (one from most recent employer; one personal)
Ability to explain any gaps in employment
Welsh language skills desirable but not essential