Childcare Assistant

COME AND JOIN US...

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, caring and energetic Childcare Assistant, to play an integral part in creating a fun and exciting environment for our junior guests.

The on target earning potential for this role is £12.28 / per hour - comprising a base hourly rate of £10.80, plus a qualified estimate of £1.48 per hour in gratuities and service charge.* As a member of the Gleneagles team, you will also enjoy a fantastic range of perks, benefits and rewards.

ABOUT GLENEAGLES

One of the world’s most iconic luxury hotels and country estates, Gleneagles has been making memories for nearly a century. Recently crowned ‘Best Hotel in the World’ in the Virtuoso Best of the Best Awards, everything we do is about surpassing expectations and creating exceptional hospitality experiences for our guests.

WORKING AT GLENEAGLES

We’re devoted to making our people feel as valued as our guests. In this way, we strive to support the whole ‘you’ - not just the professional part but the personal part too. People join our team for all sorts of reasons. Some work here permanently to develop a career, some work seasonally, while others have a schedule to fit around their personal commitments. However long you plan to stay with us and whatever hours you’d prefer to work, we’re open to flexible working requests and offer hours, shift patterns and contract types to suit everyone.

Location; Auchterarder, just off the A9. Gleneagles is also within easy reach of a number of Scottish towns and cities: Edinburgh City Centre (1hr), Glasgow or Dundee (50mins), Stirling and Perth (25mins).

If you are our next Childcare Assistant, please forward your most recent CV to us today
Here's a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role:
Looking after our junior guests within the hotel will be your number one priority; their safety and welfare is paramount, whilst they’re having fun.
You’ll be responsible for a set number of children in your care, in line with Care Inspectorate ratios
Providing a warm and friendly welcome to all of our guests, you’ll put parents/guardians at ease and ensure they feel comfortable leaving their children in our care
Assisting the Little Glen Manager you’ll plan daily, weekly, and monthly themed activities within Little Glen
Assisting the Children’s Activity and Learning Manager you’ll get the opportunity to contribute to the development of the Holiday Programmes
You’ll be able to show your creative talents by running arts & craft sessions both planned and unplanned; so be prepared to be spontaneous
Regular safety checks are required on our toys and equipment within Little Glen and also The Den, you’ll be vigilant at all times, proactively removing and replacing anything that’s not of the required standard
You’ll make sure you’re current and compliant with all the latest, relevant legislation and guidelines, attending courses, at times out with your normal working hours
Interacting with our guests, always warm, professional, helpful and doing everything you can to exceed their expectations; playing your part in making their stay with us 5 star in every way

**The kind of person we're looking for**:
Currently established in, or with previous experience, in a similar role and you’re passionate about working with children both in indoor and outdoor settings
You’ll either have achieved or working towards; an HNC in Childhood Practice or SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People)
Creative, imaginative and innovative, you bring all of this to deliver the highest standard of care we can as a team
You have a flexible approach, able to adapt and succeed in a changing environment; thinking on your feet with the ability to problem solve to meet the needs of the children in your care are second nature to you
Working with children can be exhausting, however your energy, positivity and patience are some of your greatest skills
Highly motivated and possessing an immense sense of pride in your work; you're passionate about delivering the high standards for our guests in line with the Gleneagles brand
You have a positive “can do” attitude to solving problems in a professional and courteous manner
A strong team player with great communication skills and an enthusiastic approach; you're well organised and punctual with an eagle eye for detail
You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and above all has fun along the way

**What’s in it for you**:
Time to let your hair down
30 days holiday (including bank holidays) that increases with service
Seasonal parties and local social events
50% discount on Food & Beverage, Country Pursuits, Spa and Hair Salon (Mon-Thurs) and the Golf Driving Range
Golf Membership (with access to all 3 championship courses) for £50.00 per annum

Treats in your pocket
Flexi points into your Perkbox wallet to spend as you choose. The points can be spent immediately, or you can save them up ov