Early Learning and Childcare Support Worker, Inch View Early Learning Centre, Perth

1 month ago


Perth, Perth and Kinross, United Kingdom Perth and Kinross Council Full time
Job Description

Early Learning and Childcare Support Worker - PKC11778
£14,101 - £14, Hours per week Term-time & 36 Hours per week during School holidays)
Inch View Early Learning Centre, Perth

A vacancy has arisen within Inch View Early Childhood Centre and Wraparound Care for an Early Years and Childcare Support Worker.

You will join a team of highly experienced professionals to support the delivery of high-quality care and learning to children aged from 2-12 years old.

A caring, nurturing personality is required and the role will involve contributing to the development, planning and implementation of appropriate experiences within a play based environment.

The successful candidate will be able to think 'on their feet' and enjoy a varied role in order to support a busy early years and primary school-aged setting.

The role would suit someone who is passionate about outdoor play.

Please note that this position requires you to work 18 hours per week during term-time, and 36 hours per week during school holidays to support the full year service.

The Individual

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills and have the ability to build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues alike.

We want staff who are enthusiastic, able to work from initiative, responsive to children's needs and can work flexibly to support children of different ages according to the needs of the service.

Some experience of working with young children in an educational environment is desirable.

For further information about this position, please contact Julie Wilkie on

When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer.

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A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender.

Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

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