Senior Childcare Practitioner

Fife Council; Cupar; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Cupar is seeking a Senior Childcare Practitioner to oversee the daily running of an out-of-school club. The role involves supervising staff, planning activities, and ensuring a safe environment for children. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications and be passionate about working with children. A competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Access to professional learning and training opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children and young people within a play, care or learning setting.
• Supervisory experience, preferably within a childcare service.
• Holds a formal qualification such as an SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day to day running of the club.
• Responsible for planning and supervising activities with children.
• Supervise a small team of childcare practitioners.
• Create a safe, inviting space for children to enjoy their leisure time.

Skills

Experience of working with children and young people

Supervisory experience

Fun and engaging personality

Adaptability

Passion for working with children

Education

SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People)

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Job Description

Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 13 October 2025

Closing Date: Sunday 5 October 2025

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: FC5 £28,175.91 to £30,691.29 (Pro Rata)

Work Pattern: 23.75 hrs per week (07:30 to 09:00 and 14:45 to 18:00 during term-time, with various shifts during school holidays)

Location: Castlehill Out of School Club, Castlehill Primary School, Cupar

Supporting Statement

As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement which outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked 'upload resumé'. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement

Please include as part of your supporting statement:

• Your experience of working with children and young people

• Your experience of supervising and leading a team.

Job Details

Are you enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children and young people in Fife? Fife Council's Out of School Clubs are the perfect place for you!

We support families by providing a safe and fun environment for children and young people while their parents/carers attend work, training, or further education. Our clubs offer a wide range of play-based activities that keep the children engaged and happy.

Role: Senior Childcare Practitioners

• Oversee the day to day running of the club
• Responsible for ensuring the planning and supervision of activities with children and young people
• Supervise a small team of childcare practitioners
• Organise play area, provide appropriate resources and equipment
• Create a safe, inviting space to allow children and young people to enjoy their leisure time in their own way
• Encourage independence, build self-esteem, and support children to try new skills and experiences
• Provide healthy and nutritious snacks taking account of dietary and nutritional needs
• Support children and young people on a one-to-one basis when required
• Deal with injuries and emergencies
• Build professional relationships with parents/carers and other professionals
• Think forward and be flexible in your approach
• Support the Childcare Manager with all aspects of the delivery of an effective out of school service

In return you will benefit from:

• A competitive salary of FC5 £28,175.91 to £30,691.29 (pro rata)
• Access to a wide range of professional learning and training opportunities
• Career progression opportunities

The Person

We are looking for someone who:

• Experience of working with children and young people within a play, care or learning setting
• Supervisory experience, preferably within a childcare service.
• Holds a formal qualification such as an SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People)
• Is fun, engaging, adaptable, passionate about working with children and young people.

Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

As this role requires SSSC registration, the successful applicant will have three months to apply for registration.

If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible so you're registered within the required six months.

If you need to achieve a qualification to maintain your SSSC membership, information will be provided if you are appointed. You must ensure you complete the qualification within the specified timeframe.

We particularly encourage applications from men, who are currently underrepresented within this type of work.

Further Information

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For further Information please contact: Gary Peattie - [e-mail]