Job Description

At Kidzcare we are looking for caring, committed individuals to join our team as Nursery Assistants and Nursery Practitioners at our Portobello Nursery.

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 open from 8 am - 6 pm Monday to Friday. This role is looking for candidates able to work 4 days (38 hours) between Monday and Friday.

We are looking for staff members who have their SVQ3, Children and Young People. We also provide support and opportunities in Kidzcare for staff members to begin their qualification and work towards this while in employment.

Main Duties Include:

Have professional knowledge of young children and babies and be aware and act upon the individual children's needs within the nursery. Develop a stable, friendly and trusting relationship with the children Have a good working knowledge of the child-centered approach, and the relevant curriculum for your age group. Plan and provide a variety of stimulating play and development opportunities and activities which will aid the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of the children in line with the relevant curriculum. Use observation skills to gain knowledge and record the development of the children in your care. Use this knowledge to prepare developmental reports and up-to-date personal profiles for children. Competently use iPads and computers to formally observe, report and record children's progress. Plan for activities based on individual needs using next steps and evaluation. Have a good working knowledge of Building the ambition, SSSC codes of practice, Child at the Centre and Care Standards.

Company Benefits;

Nursery uniform provided; Tunic, Polo Shirts, T-shirts and Fleeces. Staff are encouraged to join our children in sharing delicious homecooked lunches, breakfasts and snacks. Health Assured: Employee Assist Programme Childcare Discount (Terms and Conditions Apply)
Paid Company Social Events and teambuilding - Christmas, Summer BBQ. Performance-based reward scheme Paid internal and external training opportunities - company training academy Support with funding for qualifications and further learning opportunities Regular incentives, early finish voucher opportunities and employee of the month rewards.
Please visit our website for more details: https://www.kidzcare.org

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

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.60 per hour

Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

SVQ3 - Children and Young People (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person