Main Purpose of the Role
Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.
We currently have the following opportunity:
Play Assistant - PKC
£9, - £9, (16 Hours per week, Term-time only)
Goodlyburn Primary School, Perth
We are seeking an enthusiastic professional to join our large staff team on a part time basis during term time.
You will be committed to working closely with the staff team to develop, plan and contribute to the implementation of high-quality experiences within a play and care curriculum.
You will support a high-quality family lunchtime experience and undertake a range of duties including interacting with children, supporting them with care routines, administering first aid where required, food preparation and cleaning tasks.
The role will also include some lifting, moving of tables, chairs and food trolleys to prepare and deliver a nurturing lunchtime experience.
Skills & Experience Required
Applications are invited from practitioners who genuinely enjoy working with young children and have the motivation and energy to provide engaging experiences before, during and after lunch and snack times.
The successful candidate will be able to "think on their feet" and enjoy a varied role in order to support a happy, busy nursery putting children's needs first.
You should have excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.
Some experience of working in a School or Nursery environment is desirable.
Working at Perth & Kinross Council
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Here's what we can offer you:
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2. Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as ,
3. Access to a range of and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.
This role requires you to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), if you are not yet registered, you can still apply, as long as you are willing to apply for registration within 3 months of starting with us and be registered within 6 months.
Next Steps
We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Carol Probert on to find out more.
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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer.
We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on or to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.
Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming 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.
Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.
A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.