Childcare Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Highland Council Full time

Job Purpose:

To work as an effective member of the childcare team, supporting the Head Teacher in delivering a range of stimulating activities in a safe environment that meet the needs of both children and their families.

The work is to be carried out in accordance with Highland Council policies, guidelines, and codes of practice.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Head Teacher in delivering a range of stimulating activities in a safe environment.
  • Work as an effective member of the childcare team to meet the needs of both children and their families.
  • Carry out work in accordance with Highland Council policies, guidelines, and codes of practice.

Requirements:

It is a requirement that all staff working in early years services register with SSSC and embark on accredited training.

Council policy requires all staff undertaking employment with the Council to agree to undertake such training in due course.

Equality and Diversity:

The Highland Council understands that diversity fosters creativity and innovation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and being fair and inclusive.

We welcome applicants from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve, and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be under-represented in our workforce.

Disability Confident Employer:

We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria requirements for the post.

Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme:

Prior to confirming appointment, we will require successful candidates to become members of the PVG Scheme.



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