Senior Childcare Practitioner

Are you enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children and young people in Fife? Fife Council's Out of School Clubs are the perfect place for you!

We support families by providing a safe and fun environment for children and young people while their parents/carers attend work, training, or further education. Our clubs offer a wide range of play-based activities that keep the children engaged and happy.

Senior Childcare Practitioners:

- oversee the day to day running of the club
- are 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 professional
- 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

has experience of working with children and young people within a play, care or learning setting
- has 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., Disability Confident
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A competitive salary of FC5 £25,829.49 to £28,251.00 (pro rata)
- Access to a wide range of professional learning and training opportunities
- Career progression opportunities
- 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.