Flying Start Manager Term Time Contract

1 week ago


Cardiff, United Kingdom Blue Door Full time

Due to the expansion of our Flying Start provision Blue Door is looking to recruit a passionate and qualified Flying Start Manager to join our dedicated and growing team on a Term Time Contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in childrens lives working in a nurturing and supportive environment.TasksAbout the RoleAs Flying Start Manager you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of Flying Start within the setting. This includes leading and supporting practitioners ensuring compliance with Flying Start standards and working in close partnership with multi-agency professionals.The role is primarily focused on our 2-year-old provision but you may also assist with school transfers for children aged 311 either by supporting transfers in person or liaising with the team to ensure appropriate cover is in place. During school holidays there may also be opportunities to pick up additional hours within our Holiday Club provision.Youll work closely with the wider team of professionals including Health Visitors Speech & Language Therapists Advisory Teachers Dietitians Educational Psychologists and the Parenting & Inclusion Teams to deliver the very best outcomes for children and families.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the Flying Start provision on a daily basis.Line-manage support and mentor Flying Start practitioners.Ensure compliance with Flying Start standards CIW regulations and audit requirements.Oversee planning observations and tailored learning for individual children.Liaise effectively with multi-agency partners to support holistic child development.Assist with school transfers for children aged 311 either personally or by liaising with team members to arrange cover.Maintain a safe welcoming and stimulating environment.Drive continuous improvement in practice and provision.RequirementsEssential RequirementsMinimum: CCLD Level 4 in Childcare Learning and Development (applications without this will not be considered)Desirable: Level 5 qualification or willingness to work towards itProven experience supervising or managing staff within an early years or childcare settingStrong leadership organisational and communication skillsGood understanding of Flying Start Foundation Phase or equivalent early years frameworksCommitment to safeguarding equality and professional standardsBenefitsWhat We OfferCompetitive hourly rate: 13.70 per hour3035 hours per week (to be confirmed)Term Time Only plus optional paid holiday club hoursFully funded training and CPD opportunitiesPaid training in core areas (First Aid Safeguarding Behaviour Management etc.)Supportive flexible working environmentExcellent staff perks and wellbeing programme including:Childcare discountCycle to work schemeFree/discounted mealsPrivate medical and dental insuranceEmployee wellbeing supportReferral bonusesIf this sounds like the perfect next step for you wed love to hear from you You can find our advert on Indeed later today and apply there. Key Skills Facilities Management,ADMA,Heavy Bus Driving,AXA,Building Services,Courier Delivery Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 13 - 13


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