After school club Support worker

Gylemuir after school club (known as GASC); City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local after school club is seeking a support worker to engage with children aged 4-12. Responsibilities include providing a safe environment, organizing activities, and collaborating with parents. A qualification in childcare is desirable, and applicants must be willing to work towards certification. This role offers flexible hours after school and potential additional work during holiday clubs. Apply with your CV to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards a childcare qualification with support.
• Registration with SSSC and membership of the PVG Scheme required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Organise a daily routine meeting children's needs.
• Work with parents and professionals to promote children's wellbeing.

Skills

Teamwork

Good timekeeping

Organizational skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Use of initiative

Education

Qualification in childcare

Job description

Overview

Gylemuir after school club (Gasc) based in Gylemuir primary school is looking for a support worker or Practitioner to work with children 4-12 years old. Please only apply for this job if you are serious about working in childcare and in particular in an after school club.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children after school to enjoy a wide range of play, learning and leisure activities.
• Organise a daily routine that meets the emotional, social, physical and intellectual needs of the children.
• Work in partnership with parents, carers and professionals in order to promote the wellbeing of the children.

Working Hours and Compensation

Hours: After school hours during term time:
Monday - Thursday 2.00pm - 6.00pm
Friday - 11.45am - 6.00pm
There will be an opportunity for additional hours during the holidays working in the holiday club. Holiday clubs run in February, last 2 weeks of the summer and the October holidays.

Pay: Pay is above the National minimum wage and dependent on qualifications.

Qualifications and Requirements

A qualification in childcare is desirable but not essential. Candidates must be willing to work towards a qualification with support from Gasc. Registration with SSSC and membership of the PVG Scheme will be a requirement for this post – the cost of this will be covered by Gasc.

Other Essential Criteria

• Work as a team.
• Good timekeeping.
• Organised.
• Well presented – uniform supplied.
• Friendly and approachable.
• Enthusiastic about working with children.
• Committed to own personal development through full participation in training.
• Ability to use initiative.

How to Apply

Email your CV to the Manager: [e-mail]

Gylemuir after school club (Gasc)