Post No. LEICY100013.87 - Flying Start Practitioner

Level 3 Qualified (CCLD, CCPLD, NVQ or similar) in accordance with the Social Care Wales Qualification Framework.

The Post hold must hold a Playwork qualification as identified within the Social Care Wales Qualification Framework.

The successful candidate would be working Monday to Friday, 2:30 pm – 6 pm during school term time (39 weeks). The post commences as soon as possible, on a fixed term basis until 31/03/2027.

We are seeking to appoint a candidate who is:

The post holder will be required to take holidays outside of term time.

The candidates will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as genuine commitment to the care and development of very young children. The candidates will possess level 2 standard literacy as a minimum, GCSE English grade C or above.

A relevant Childcare qualification Level 3 (or above), experience of working with children and a good knowledge of child development and Care Inspectorate Wales legislation, childcare policies and practice is essential.

The recruitment process will involve an interview and observation in the childcare room with senior members of the Early Years and Childcare Team. The candidates will be asked to plan and deliver an age-appropriate activity to the children. Please be aware we do not allow notes to be brought into to the interview.

For more information on the recruitment process, job role and application support call Michelle Ball, Early Years and Childcare Team Leader on 07980908298.

Closing Date: 13/11/2026

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

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