Early Learning & Childcare Officer (Temporary)(Part Time) - REN13130

Renfrewshire Council; Paisley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Paisley is seeking an enthusiastic Early Learning and Childcare Officer. The ideal candidate will contribute to a nurturing nursery environment, plan inclusive curricula, and maintain children's assessments. This is a temporary role lasting 12 months, requiring relevant qualifications in early learning and childcare. Candidates must also complete a Disclosure Scotland check.

Qualifications

• Experience of working or training in an early learning and childcare setting.
• Awareness of assessment and documentation of children's learning.
• Ability to plan and deliver a relevant and inclusive curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a safe, caring, and stimulating nursery environment.
• Implement a curriculum in line with national guidance.
• Plan and evaluate suitable programmes of activities.

Skills

Experience in early learning

Curriculum planning

Knowledge of child development

Flexibility to meet service needs

Education

HNC in Childhood Practice

SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People)

Job description

Advert

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

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the provision of a safe, caring and stimulating nursery environment for all children.
• Contribute and implement a relevant curriculum in line with national and local guidance.
• Plan, record, implement and evaluate suitable programmes of activities.
• Maintain and record children's assessment progress and promote parental participation.

Requirements

• Experience of working or training in an early learning and childcare setting.
• Awareness of assessment and documentation of children's learning in line with national and local guidance.
• Ability to plan and deliver a relevant and inclusive curriculum.
• Knowledge of child development and the ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
• 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 applicants must, within the designated timeline, meet the registration requirements of SSSC as Practitioner of Day Care of Children Service.

Other information

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 date is the earlier.

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.