Senior Childcare Practitioner

Fife Council; Cairneyhill; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fife Council is seeking a Senior Childcare Practitioner to oversee Out of School Clubs, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children. The role involves supervising staff, planning activities, and building relationships with children and parents. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience and a relevant qualification, with a passion for working with young people.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Access to professional training

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a play, care or learning setting.
• Supervisory experience within a childcare service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the club.
• Plan and supervise activities with children.
• Support children on a one-to-one basis when required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Experience with children

Adaptability

Engagement

Education

SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People)

Job description

Are you enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children and young people in Fife? Fife Council’s Out of School Clubs are the perfect place for you!

We support families by providing a safe and fun environment for children and young people while their parents/carers attend work, training, or further education. Our clubs offer a wide range of play-based activities that keep the children engaged and happy.

Senior Childcare Practitioners:

• oversee the day to day running of the club.
• are responsible for ensuring the planning and supervision of activities with children and young people.
• supervise a small team of Childcare Practitioners.
• organise play area, provide appropriate resources and equipment.
• create a safe, inviting space to allow children and young people to enjoy their leisure time in their own way.
• encourage independence, build self-esteem, and support children to try new skills and experiences.
• provide healthy and nutritious snacks taking account of dietary and nutritional needs.
• support children and young people on a one-to-one basis when required.
• deal with injuries and emergencies.
• build professional relationships with parents/carers and other professionals.
• think forward and be flexible in your approach.
• support the Childcare Manager with all aspects of the delivery of an effective out of school service.

We are looking for someone who:

• has experience of working with children and young people within a play, care or learning setting.
• has supervisory experience, preferably within a childcare service.
• holds a formal qualification such as an SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People).
• is fun, engaging, adaptable, passionate about working with children and young people.

In return you will benefit from:

• A competitive salary of FC5 £27,087.17 to £29,508.69 (pro-rata).
• Access to a wide range of professional learning and training opportunities.
• Career progression opportunities.

Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

As this role requires SSSC registration, the successful applicant will have three months to apply for registration.

If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible so you're registered within the required six months. More details are included in the role profile.

For further information please contact: Julie May Clarke - [e-mail]