At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead fun activities and create a safe, engaging environment for children aged 5 to 14.
- Company: Join the supportive team at Oscars, dedicated to nurturing children's well-being.
- Benefits: Enjoy 20 days annual leave, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours available, with a focus on diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career in childcare.
- Qualifications: SCQF Level 7 or equivalent in Childcare, plus a passion for working with kids.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 30000 £ per year.
Salary: £25,100.92 per annum
Contract/Hours: Permanent, Part-time – 31.25 hours per week
Location: Edinburgh (Oscars @ Pentland)
Benefits:
- 20 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave
- 50% discount on childcare within our nurseries and clubs
- Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities
- Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages
- Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover
- Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailer’s discounts
About Oscars:
Come and work in a key role with the wonderful growing team at Oscars, where our new management team encourage and support progression on our career pathway. We offer warm and friendly childcare for children aged 5 to 14 years. Many of our sites are located within the local primary schools fostering close links with the surrounding community. Our aim is to provide quality out of school childcare to children. We offer play and educational opportunities in a safe welcoming environment focusing on the social and educational welfare of each child. We are proud of our highly qualified and dedicated team who are passionate about nurturing children and promoting their well-being.
Hours / Shifts:
For a Full Time Play Worker, the hours would be Breakfast Club and After School Club, with flexible administration time to create your full working week. The club shifts are:
- Breakfast Club - Monday to Friday from 7.15am to 9am
- After School Club - Monday to Thursday from 2pm to 6pm, and Friday from 11.30am to 6pm
We can also offer Part Time and Casual roles.
What you'll be doing:
- Given dedicated daily non-contact time for paperwork & planning exciting activities for our children.
- Leading the staff within the room on providing learning programmes for individual or groups of children appropriate to their needs and developmental stages in accordance with Early Years legislation and guidance.
- Ensuring a safe, caring, stimulating and fun environment for all children at the club.
- Engaging effectively with the children during their time in the club.
- Planning and taking part in play and leisure activities for children.
- Assisting with the set up of the club so it's ready for when the children arrive and that any snacks or breakfasts are prepared in line with healthy‑eating guidelines.
What we need from you:
- SCQF Level 7 (which is equivalent to SVQ Level 3) or HNC in Childcare and Education or a Playworker qualification.
- First Aid qualification and Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or the ability to achieve.
- A real passion to work with children, make a difference and help them thrive.
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion:
At Spring Oscars we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under‑represented within the organisation. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups. Male staff are often under‑represented within this sector, and we would like to encourage more male applicants for our roles. We are committed to safer recruitment practices to protect our service users; therefore, all applicants are expected to have an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding best‑practice.
Contact Recruitment Service: RecruitmentService@actionforchildren.org.uk (quote the above Reference)
Senior Play Worker Spring Oscars SCOT employer: Spring Nurseries by Action for Children
At Oscars, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for our team members. With competitive benefits such as 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, we empower our staff to grow in their careers while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children in Edinburgh. Join us in fostering a warm and engaging atmosphere where your passion for childcare can truly thrive.
Contact Details:
Spring Nurseries by Action for Children Recruitment Team
