Practitioner - Early Learning and Childcare and Out of School Club - Dunrossness Primary School - SI

Shetland Islands Council; Dunrossness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Dunrossness is seeking a Play Practitioner to support the delivery of high-quality education and care services in a stimulating environment. The role is part-time, temporary for approximately 6 months, requiring experience in childcare settings and an understanding of relevant guidelines. The successful candidate will work collaboratively and contribute to the caring ethos of the school.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Paid holiday time

Qualifications

• Experience working in educational or childcare settings.
• Understanding of relevant legislation and guidelines.
• Ability to develop a stimulating and hygienic environment.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-quality education and care services.
• Assist Manager/Lead Practitioner at Dunrossness Primary School.
• Foster mutual trust, respect, and a caring ethos.

Job description

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The purpose of this post is to work effectively as a lead member of a team to support in the delivery of a high quality, safe and balanced education and care service, which meets the needs of each child and their families and is in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines including Roles and Responsibilities Framework of the Scottish Social Service Council for the Childcare Workforce.

The Play Practitioner will support the Manager/Lead Practitioner (Early Learning & Childcare and Out of School Club) in developing a stimulating, safe and hygienic environment where mutual trust, respect, confidence and a caring ethos are evident.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.

Please follow the link(s) below for further information -

Dunrossness Primary School is a non-denominational school located in Dunrossness. It provides nursery to P7 education for children from Sumburgh to Levenwick. The school has an early learning and childcare setting for 3-5 year olds, operating for 8 hours each day, and 4 composite primary classes. There is currently a total of 91 primary pupils and 31 nursery pupils on the roll. The school is managed by a Head Teacher. The current staffing complement is 4.5 teachers, who are assisted by support staff as required to meet school demands. The current Head Teacher is Mrs Louise Leslie. Further information can be found on the schools blog at the following location.

www.shetland.gov.uk

Additional Information

• The grade of this post is H
• Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4808 per hour
• Temporary Part Time post for 15.0 Hours per Week, 40.50 weeks per year plus 6.48 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday to be taken during school holidays.
• Temporary contract for a period of approximately 6 months.
• Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update
• The successful candidate will have to complete registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) when they begin in post
• A relocation package does not apply to this post
• We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
• We are happy to talk flexible working

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based at Dunrossness Primary School, Dunrossness, ZE2 9JG

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Chloe Kerr - Quality Improvement Officer - Contact on: 01595744973 or email: [e-mail]

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

Information about Shetland

Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you\'ll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland\'s impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.

Find out more about: Living and working in Shetland; The Shetland Islands Council: here