Senior Childcare Practitioner
4 weeks ago
Job Details
Fife Council's Out of School Clubs are seeking a Senior Childcare Practitioner to oversee the day-to-day running of the club.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the planning and supervision of activities with children and young people, supervising a small team of childcare practitioners, and creating a safe and inviting space for children to enjoy their leisure time.
Key Responsibilities:
- To 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
Requirements:
- 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
Important Information:
The successful applicant will have three months to apply for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible so you're registered within the required six months. More details are included in the role profile.
Before confirming 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.
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