Early Learning Support Worker (2 Posts) (Part Time)(Permanent)

Renfrewshire Council; Johnstone; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Early Learning Support Worker to join their team. This part-time role involves assisting nursery officers in delivering quality early learning and childcare, supporting children during lunchtimes, and organizing playrooms. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a caring nature and the ability to communicate effectively with both children and adults. Candidates must also be willing to undertake necessary qualifications in line with regulatory requirements. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young children in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Commitment to undertake required qualifications in early learning and childcare.
• Experience working with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursery officers in delivering early learning and childcare.
• Support children during lunchtimes and organize playrooms.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Oral communication skills

Caring nature

Responsiveness to children's needs

Education

NC in Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 6

SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 6

Job description

Location: Spateston Pre Five Centre Churchill Avenue, PA5 0RB

Salary: £10,660 - £11,153 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 15 hours per week

Advert

Renfrewshire Council is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and skilled Early Learning Support Worker.

You will be part of a team assisting nursery officers in the delivery of early learning and childcare including supporting lunchtimes, working with individual/groups of children and the organisation of playrooms.

It is essential that you demonstrate a commitment and ability to undertake the required qualification in early learning and childcare in line with SSSC requirements: NC in childhood practice at SCQF level 6 or SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 6 as stipulated in SSSC; or equivalent.

Experience of children and young people, Ability to communicate orally with children and adults, Caring nature, responsive and an awareness of the needs of young children is also essential.

If not already registered with SSSC, you will be required to do so as Support Worker of Day Care of Children Service within the designated timeline.

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.