• Working Together – Please give examples of when you have worked with others to contribute to team work and how you influenced those you were working with.  

• Delivering Results – Please give examples that demonstrate your ability to organise and solve problems to achieve results.  

• Personal Ownership – Please give examples of situations in which you have used your initiative to make improvements and used your skills to deal with challenges and change.  

• Customer Focus – Please give examples of when your skills and knowledge have helped improve the learning and development of children. 

• oversee the day to day running of the club 

• are responsible for ensuring the planning and supervision of activities with children and young people 

• supervise a small team of childcare practitioners 

• organise play area, provide appropriate resources and equipment. 

• create a safe, inviting space to allow children and young people 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 professional 

• 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 

• has experience of working with children and young people within a play, care or learning setting 

• has supervisory experience, preferably within a childcare service. 

• is fun, engaging, adaptable, passionate about working with children and young people. 

• Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.   

• As this role requires SSSC registration, the successful applicant will have three months to apply for registration.    

• If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible so you're registered within the required six months.   

• If you need to achieve a qualification to maintain your SSSC membership, information will be provided if you are appointed. You must ensure you complete the qualification within the specified timeframe.  

• More details are included in the role profile.   

Further Information  

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