Early Learning Support Worker (Part Time)(Temporary) - REN12844

Medirest Signature; Renfrew; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is seeking an enthusiastic Early Learning Support Worker in Renfrewshire. In this role, you will assist nursery officers in delivering early learning and childcare, requiring qualifications in childhood practice. Ideal candidates should have experience with children, excellent communication skills, and a caring nature. This temporary position lasts for 12 months, subject to business needs and funding.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people.
• Commitment to undertake required qualifications in early learning and childcare.
• Registration with SSSC or willingness to register.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursery officers in early learning and childcare delivery.
• Support children during lunchtimes and playroom organization.
• Work individually or with groups of children.

Skills

Ability to communicate orally with children and adults

Caring nature

Responsive and aware of the needs of young children

Education

NC in childhood practice at SCQF level 6

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

Equivalent qualifications in early learning and childcare

Job description

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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.

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.