Senior Childcare Practitioner

Education
Fife
July 11, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Proposed Interview Date: 20 July 2026

Closing Date: 19 July 2026

Contract Type: Temporary for one year

Salary Range: FC5 £29,170.80 to £31,761.26 (pro rata)

Working Pattern: 23.75 hrs per week, Monday to Friday 07 00, 14 00, and 07 00 during school holidays.

Location: Cairneyhill Out of School Club, Cairneyhill Primary and Community School, Northbank Road, Dunfermline KY12 8RN

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.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the day to day running of the club.
  • Plan and supervise activities with children and young people.
  • Supervise a small team of childcare practitioners.
  • Organise play area and provide appropriate resources and equipment.
  • Create a safe, inviting space that allows children 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.

Person Specification

  • Experience of working with children and young people within a play, care, or learning setting.
  • Supervisory experience, preferably within a childcare service.
  • Formal qualification such as an SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People).
  • Fun, engaging, adaptable, and passionate about working with children and young people.

Benefits

  • Access to a rewards scheme with discounts on a wide range of products and services.

Additional Information

  • Before confirmation, you will be required to obtain a Level 2 Disclosure with PVG.
  • SSC registration: successful applicant will have three months to apply for registration; must start application as soon as possible to complete registration within six months.
  • Required qualification to maintain SSC membership will need to be achieved within the specified timeframe.

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