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: 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 Additional information DBS Check Required: Enhanced child and adult barred list For Further Information, contact: Emma Selby - Childcare Manager - emselbyvaleofglamorgan.gov.uk or 01446 725106/07725705324 Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.