Overview
Senior Childcare Practitioner role at Ziron Environmental Services, Inc. Location: Collydean Out of School Club, Collydean Primary School, Glenrothes. Contract Type: Temporary until 16 August 2026. Salary: FC5 £28,175.91 - £30,691.29 (Pro-Rata). Working Pattern: 16.25 hours per week (14:45 to 18:00 during term time) with various shifts during school holidays. Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025. Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing 29th September 2025.
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Responsibilities
* 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.
In Return You Will Benefit From
* A competitive salary of FC5 £28,175.91 to £30,691.29 (pro-rata).
* Access to a wide range of professional learning and training opportunities.
* Career progression opportunities.
Requirements / Qualifications
* 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.
Other Information
Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland. This role requires SSSC registration; the successful applicant will have three months to apply for registration. If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible so you're registered within the required six months. If you need to achieve a qualification to maintain your SSSC membership, information will be provided if you are appointed. More details are included in the role profile. We particularly encourage applications from men, who are currently underrepresented within this type of work.
Application Details
As part of your application, you must provide a Supporting Statement outlining how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check the How to Apply section of our Career Site. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked upload resume. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement.
Role-related resources and links: Role Profile, How We Work Matters, Employee Benefits, Directorate Information, and Social Media guidance are provided in the posting. Alternative formats for job information can be requested by email.
We are holding a Fife Council jobs fair on Wednesday 8th October from 10am - 2pm at the Glen Pavilion in Dunfermline. This is a great opportunity to meet Hiring Managers and learn more about vacancies and the application process. Support from job clubs and employability teams will be available on the day.
For further information please contact: Cathy Hammond
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