Early Learning & Childcare Officer (Full Time)(Temporary) - REN12351

Renfrewshire Council; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Learning and Childcare Officer to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children, implementing a relevant curriculum, and engaging with parents to promote their involvement in their children's learning. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of child development and the ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners while working within a supportive framework. If you are dedicated to fostering children's growth and development, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in early learning and childcare settings is essential.
• Ability to plan and deliver an inclusive curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a safe and stimulating nursery environment.
• Plan and evaluate suitable programmes of activities.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Curriculum Planning

Assessment Documentation

Flexibility in Work

Education

HNC in Childhood Practice

SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People)

Job description

Early Learning & Childcare Officer (Full Time)(Temporary) - REN12351

Renfrewshire Council is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and skilled Early Learning and Childcare Officer.

Job Description

The main duties of the post are:

1. To contribute to the provision of a safe, caring and stimulating nursery environment for all children.
2. To contribute and implement a relevant curriculum in line with national and local guidance.
3. To plan, record, implement and evaluate suitable programmes of activities.
4. To maintain and record children’s assessment progress and to promote parental participation.

It is essential you have experience of working or training in an early learning and childcare setting, have an awareness of assessment and documentation of children’s learning in line with national and local guidance, and be able to demonstrate an ability to plan and deliver a relevant and inclusive curriculum.

You must be able to demonstrate knowledge of child development and have the ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

You must hold a relevant practice qualification in early learning and childcare such as HNC in Childhood Practice at SCQF level 7, SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 7, or an equivalent qualification.

Successful applicants must, within the designated timeline, meet the registration requirements of SSSC as Practitioner of Day Care of Children Service.

Please note that this post is temporary, subject to business needs and funding, for 12 months or until the requirement for the post ceases, whichever is earlier.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of which will be determined by the duties of the post.

For more information about Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.