Job DescriptionThis is a part time, term-time post and the salary will be pro-rata to the number of hours worked.
If you are enthusiastic about working with children, and interested in working within an early learning and childcare centre then the Early Year's Assistant post may be what you are looking for.Working collaboratively as part of the early year's team you will be responsible for the supervision of children during the lunch period, and also undertaking laundry duties within the establishment.
Experience of working with children (0-5) in an early year's or school environment is essential.
You will have good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, a friendly but firm approach and have the ability to use your own initiative as well as working to the instruction of the head of the establishment.You need to be flexible/adaptable and available during 10.50am – 2.00pm Monday - Thursday and 10.50am to 2.10pm on a Friday (or the hours defined by the head of establishment).
RequirementsThis post is considered as Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential.
Further details of this scheme can be found The IndividualWDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance.
In addition to this there are also additional benefits:• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer's contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and supportNow that you have read the role and what we have to offer, we would love to hear from you.
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