Welsh Speaking Nursery Practitioner

Job Title: Welsh Speaking Level 3 Flying Start Practitioner

Location: Neath

Start Date: December 2026

Are you a fluent Welsh speaker with a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, looking for a rewarding opportunity within an early years setting?

Do you have experience supporting children aged 2-3 years and a passion for encouraging their learning and development?

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and adaptable practitioner who thrives in a Welsh-medium childcare environment?

Teacher Active is proud to be working with a welcoming Welsh-medium Flying Start childcare provision based in Neath. This established early years setting provides a nurturing and engaging environment for young children, with a strong focus on developing confidence, independence and Welsh language skills through play-based learning.

The setting is looking for Welsh Speaking Level 3 Flying Start Practitioners on long-term and short term basis, offering flexible working hours. The successful Flying Start Practitioner will support children aged 2-3 years, delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities, encouraging Welsh language development and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment that supports children's individual learning and development.

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Learning and Development or an equivalent recognised childcare qualification
• Fluency in Welsh, with the ability to communicate confidently with children, colleagues and parents
• Experience working within an early years, nursery or Flying Start childcare setting
• Sound knowledge of child development, safeguarding and the Curriculum for Wales
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to supporting young children's development
• Flexibility, reliability and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• Teacher Active Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Teacher Active is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.