Job Description

Come and join us!

Kidzcare is the first business in the Scottish childcare sector to transition to employee ownership. We are proud to be the first Employee-Owned Childcare Company since January 2022.

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and dedicated individuals with a passion for childcare to join our team at our After School Clubs across Edinburgh.

We are looking for staff members who have experience working with children but most of all staff members who are willing to learn! This role provides the opportunity to gain SVQ3 qualification, Children and Young people whilst in the workplace.

Main Duties:

To assist with the provision of care and creative play opportunities in consultation with children and in accordance with Kidzcare principles and relevant childcare legislation. To ensure that the club's child protection policy is followed at all times To assist the management in ensuring that children's individual needs are recognised, and engaging them in establishing and maintaining boundaries for their behaviour. To assist with the handover/collection of children to other areas of the school. To support the management in ensuring that the club is a safe environment for all To prepare food and drink that promotes healthy eating, and complies with current food guidelines and food safety legislation. To assist with day-to-day administration and record keeping, including incident reports and risk assessments. To work as part of the staff team, and to contribute to the promotion of the centre and Kidzcare. To participate in playwork and other relevant training and development activities. To maintain constructive relationships and communicate with parents/carers, other professionals, and childcare/play-related agencies.

After School Club:

Approx. 18/20 hours per week Term Time only.

Monday to Thursday 2.30 pm to 6.00 pm and Friday 11:45 am to 6:00 pm approximately.

Benefits:

Health Assured: Employee Assist Programme Childcare Discount (Terms and Conditions Apply)
Paid Company Social Events and teambuilding - Christmas, Summer BBQ. Long-Service bonus scheme Performance based reward scheme Paid internal and external training opportunities and staff meetings - company training academy Support with funding for qualifications and further learning opportunities Incentives and early finish voucher opportunities.
Please visit our website for more details:

https://www.kidzcare.org

The successful applicant will be subject to a PVG check and must also be willing to register with the SSSC and meet registration conditions.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.25 per hour

Expected hours: 18 - 20 per week

Schedule:

Day shift No weekends
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Nannying: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 13/08/2025