Senior Childcare Practitioner in Leven

Proposed Interview Date: Monday 9 February 2026

Closing Date: Sunday 1 February 2026

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: FC5 £28,175.91 to £30,691.29 (Pro Rata)

Working Pattern: 22.5 hours per week

Location: Parkhill Out of School Club, Leven

Purpose and Values of Education Directorate

The Education Directorate is committed to Improving Life Chances for All through a wide range of direct services which support our children, young people, families and the wider Fife community. Our approach to improvement is rooted in our core values: Compassion, Ambition, Respect and Equity which reflect the ethos, culture and practice principles of all staff across the directorate. We strive to ensure that our attitudes and behaviour reflect these core values in all our dealings with children, young people, their families, and the wider community in partnership with those who support them.

Supporting Statement

As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement which outlines how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV.

Job Details

Are you enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children and young people in Fife? Fife Council’s Out of School Clubs are the perfect place for you! We support families by providing a safe and fun environment for children and young people while their parents/carers attend work, training, or further education. Our clubs offer a wide range of play-based activities that keep the children engaged and happy.

Supporting Statement Requirements

• Working Together – Please give examples of when you have worked with others to contribute to teamwork 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.

Senior Childcare Practitioners Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the club.
• 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 professionals.
• 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.

Qualification, Registration and Skill Requirements

We are looking for someone who:

• 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, and passionate about working with children and young people.

Other Requirements

Before confirming 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.

Further Information

• Role Profile – When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria.
• How We Work Matters – Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace.
• Employee Benefits – Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services.
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Contact

For further information, please contact: Emma Rowe at Emma.Rowe@fife.gov.uk