Supply Early Childhood Practitioners and Supply Play Assistants, Various Locations In the Perth & Ki

Perth and Kinross Council; Perth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Perth and Kinross Council is seeking Supply Play Assistants and Early Childhood Practitioners to provide quality childcare across various locations. The roles offer flexibility in hours, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. Candidates for the Early Childhood Practitioner role must hold relevant qualifications, while the Play Assistant role has no formal entry requirements.

Benefits

Access to training and support for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• No formal entry requirement for Play Assistant role.
• Early Childhood Practitioner requires qualifications like SNNEB, NNEB, HNC, SCQF level 7, SVQ 3 in Childcare and Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide child-centred Early Learning and Childcare for children aged 2-5 years.
• Work effectively with young children and parents.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Childcare qualification (for Early Childhood Practitioner)

Job description

Job Description

Supply Play Assistants & Supply Early Childhood Practitioners - PKC11795
£12.69 - £15.72 per hour
Various Locations Throughout the Perth & Kinross Council Area

Our aim is to provide child-centred Early Learning and Childcare (aged 2-5 years) that reflects and responds to individual needs and identities.

The ability to work effectively in a team is essential, and a flexible approach to working with young children and parents is required.

We are keen to hear from suitable candidates who can work from a few hours per week to full-time.

For the role of Play Assistant, there is no formal entry requirement; however, you will be required to work towards a childcare qualification.

For the role of Early Childhood Practitioner, you should hold an appropriate qualification, e.g., SNNEB, NNEB, HNC, SCQF level 7 equivalent, SVQ 3 in Childcare and Education, or SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People), and be eligible to register with SSSC.

The Individual

For further information about either position, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions document attached or contact Carly Williams at [e-mail] or Sally McDougall at [e-mail].

When completing your application, please ensure you provide contact details (including email addresses) for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability, please call 01738 475555 to discuss.

As part of our safer recruitment measures, any employment offer will be subject to successful completion of mandatory checks, including eligibility to work in the UK, Disclosure Scotland or PVG, qualifications, references, and fitness to undertake the role. This may include an Overseas Criminal Records Check if you have lived overseas.

We value a healthy work-life balance and offer supportive management and flexible working arrangements. You will have access to training and support for professional development.

Some roles may have traditionally been associated with a specific gender; however, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender.

We welcome applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists, as many skills gained during military service are transferable to local government roles.

Our values and behaviours guide our work and support us in delivering the Perth and Kinross Offer. During the application and interview process, you will be asked to demonstrate how your experience aligns with the role's criteria and our values. Learn more about PKC and consider joining our team!

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What we can do for you

If successful, you will have access to a range of benefits supporting your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.