Early Learning & Childcare Officer (Full Time) (Permanent) - REN12335

Renfrewshire Council; Paisley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Early Learning and Childcare Officer to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. This role involves planning and delivering an inclusive curriculum, assessing children's progress, and promoting parental participation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of child development and relevant qualifications, ensuring compliance with national and local guidelines. Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality early learning experiences and make a positive impact on children's lives.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and stimulating nursery environment for children.
• Implement relevant curriculum and evaluate activities.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Curriculum Planning

Parental Engagement

Assessment Documentation

Education

HNC in Childhood Practice

SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People)

Job description

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

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.
5. 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, or SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 7, or equivalent.

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

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

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.