Job Description

Come and Join us!

Kidzcare is currently recruiting Relief / Support Workers to join our teams at our centres across Edinburgh.

Candidates should be committed, enthusiastic and caring individuals with a passion for childcare. This position provides flexible working hours, with shifts being negotiated on a weekly basis permitting you to choose shifts which suit your personal needs.

Our staff team provide fun and stimulating opportunities for the children as well as making the most of the outdoors! Staff are responsible for meeting the care needs of all the children and ensuring their safety at all times.

Staff members who have their SVQ3 would be warmly welcomed as well as those who are working towards their qualification. We also provide opportunities in Kidzcare for staff members to begin their SVQ3 and work towards this while in employment.

Main Duties Include:

Have professional knowledge of children ( 3 months - 12 yo) and be aware and act upon the individual children's needs within the centre. Develop a stable, friendly and trusting relationship with the children Have a good working knowledge of the child-centred 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. Plan for activities based on individual needs.

Company Benefits:

Childcare Discount (Terms and Conditions Apply)
Health Assured: Employee Assist Programme 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 Type: Permanent

Pay: From 12.25 per hour

Shift:

Day shift
Work days:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred) Nannying: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

SVQ3 - SCQF level 7 - Children and Young people (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person