Job Overview
As a Childcare Practitioner you will be expected to:
* Plan, facilitate and supervise a wide range of play‑based activities and social experiences both in and outdoors. This will include setting up the play space to ensure it is safe, stimulating and welcoming.
* Empower children to lead their own play, guiding them as needed to boost their creativity and independence.
* Support children to prepare healthy snacks in line with dietary and nutritional need and guidelines.
* Support and encourage children to build confidence, self‑esteem and lifelong skills through play and exploration.
* Deal with accidents and incidents, responding calmly and professionally, ensuring children’s health and wellbeing needs are met.
Qualifications & Requirements
We are therefore looking for someone who:
* Is fun, engaging and has experience of working with children and young people of all ages.
* Holds a relevant childcare qualification or is willing to work towards one as required by the Scottish Social Services Council.
* Is reliable, has good communication skills and can work as part of a team.
Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership, become a member of the relevant PVG scheme, and within three months apply for Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration. Upon appointment you must start the application promptly to achieve registration within the required six months. If you need to attain a qualification to maintain your SSSC membership, you will be informed; you must complete the qualification within the specified timeframe. For further information on the application process, contact Cathy Hammond (Cathy.Hammond-ed@fife.gov.uk).
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