Play Assistant, Methven Primary School Nursery - PKC11923

Job Description

Play Assistant - PKC11923
£8,769 - £9,185 (16 Hours per week, Term-time only)
Methven Primary School Nursery

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic Play Assistant to join our dedicated team at Methven Nursery and contribute to the provision of high quality play experiences for our children aged 2 - 5 yrs.

As Play Assistant you will also contribute to the provision of a positive lunchtime experience for our learners, encouraging language development, positive relationships and supporting daily routines in an inclusive and nurturing environment.

The Individual

Being a child focused role, you should be nurturing, patient and compassionate and have a welcoming approach to generate a feeling of trust and safety for children and their families/carers.

A genuine interest in the development of children, their wellbeing and the ability to respect confidentiality at all times is essential.

You will also be kind, respectful and willing to contribute to the work of the nursery team.

You will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for Day Care of Children within 3 months of commencing employment and responsible for maintaining annual membership.

If you would like more information regarding the vacancy, please contact Stephanie Kellie at methven@pkc.gov.uk

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.

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

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

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.

At PKC our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer.  In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours.  Find out more about PKC and you could soon be joining our team!

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What we can do for you

If you are successful in a role with Perth & Kinross Council, you will have access to a range of benefits to help your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.