At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s play and learning in a fun, engaging environment.
- Company: Aberdeen City Council, committed to equality and inclusion.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, professional development, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Guaranteed interview schemes for eligible applicants and a disability confident employer.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: SVQ Level 2 in Playwork or equivalent experience required.
Location: Orchard Brae School
Duration: Permanent, Part Time
Job Purpose:
To work as part of a team in planning and delivery of effective Out of School Care provision to meet the individual needs of children and their families, ensuring their wellbeing and improving play experiences and outcomes for all service users. The post is working with Additional Support Needs Children.
The Post Holder Needs To Hold As a Minimum:
- SVQ Level 2 in Playwork, SSCYP or CCLD (SQFF Level 6), or demonstrable equivalent experience and knowledge.
Ability To Gain The Following:
- PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups check) - prior to appointment.
- Registration with Scottish Social Services Council - within 6 months after appointment.
The Postholder Is Able To Demonstrate:
- Delivering a high quality Out of School Care service.
- Experience of working directly with school aged children.
- Experience of planning for and assessing children’s learning and play experiences.
- Ability to relate to children, parents, carers and other professional colleagues.
- Managing and maximising resources.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Using a variety of ICT packages including email, internet and Microsoft applications (Word and Excel).
About Us:
Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Flexible Working:
We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation.
Disability Confident:
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, please contact Recruitment@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
We have a number of Guaranteed Interview Schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.
Please note that eligibility to work in the UK is dependent on legal status and all applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.
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