Overview
Play Assistant (Fixed Term for up to 12 Months) – PKC13026
Salary: £8,632 – £9,018 (15 hours per week, term-time only)
Location: Langtoon Kids Club, The Community School of Auchterarder
Hours: 2.45pm – 6pm, term-time
Purpose: Working within Perth & Kinross Council, support high-quality care and a range of stimulating activities for children in a registered childcare service.
Responsibilities
* Assist in providing high-quality care and a comprehensive range of stimulating activities (e.g., arts and crafts, storytelling, den building, physical play, and trips/outings aligned with children’s needs and interests).
* Work closely with the Supervisor and the Kids Club Team, contributing to children’s learning and development in a safe and inclusive environment outside school hours.
* Support the provision of after-school care during term-time under supervision.
* Adopt a flexible approach to working conditions to cover contracted hours.
Skills & Experience
* Genuine interest and commitment to working with children in a professional early learning or childcare environment.
* Demonstrate sensitivity, patience, compassion, and a welcoming approach to foster trust and safety for children and their families/carers.
* Willingness to pursue a recognised qualification listed by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and commitment to achieving the required qualification within set timescales.
* No entry qualifications are required, but you will be supported to work towards an SSSC-listed qualification.
* Should register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for Day Care of Children within 3 months of starting and maintain annual membership.
* Access to further training and professional development opportunities.
Qualifications & Checks
* The role requires registration with the SSSC for Day Care of Children within 3 months of starting and ongoing annual membership.
* Not currently registered? You can apply and complete registration within 3–6 months of starting.
* Mandatory pre-employment checks include PVG Scheme and overseas criminal record checks if applicable.
* A confirmed offer is subject to these checks and eligibility to work in the UK, along with qualifications and fitness for the post.
Working at Perth & Kinross Council
Our values and behaviours influence our work and support the delivery of key priorities. In your application (and if invited to interview), you will be asked to describe situations that demonstrate the criteria required for the role and our values and behaviours.
Benefits
* A generous annual leave package
* 6 public holidays plus an additional discretionary day
* Eligibility to join the pension scheme
* Family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements
* Access to a range of benefits and wellbeing support
Next Steps
We welcome applications from everyone. For more information, contact Helen Roach, Area Co-ordinator, or Susan Johnstone, Team Leader, by email to learn more.
To apply, click "APPLY NOW".
External candidates should provide contact details for two references, including at least one from a current or most recent employer. We are an equal opportunities employer and operate a Disability Confident scheme. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the hiring manager.
Note: This role requires working with children and/or protected adults and may require PVG scheme updates or checks under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.
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