Senior Childcare Practitioner

Senior Childcare Practitioner

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Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing 26 January 2026

Closing Date: Sunday 18 January 2026

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: FC5 £ 28,175.91 to £30,691.29 (pro rata)

Work Pattern: 22.5 hours per week (07:45 to 09:00 and 14:45 to 18:00 during term‑time, and various shifts during school holidays and in‑service days)

Location: Sinclairtown Out of School Club, Sinclairtown Primary School, Kirkcaldy

Are you enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children and young people in Fife? Fife Councils 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.

• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the club
• Ensure 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

• Experience working with children and young people within a play, care or learning setting
• Supervisory experience, preferably within a childcare service
• Hold a formal qualification such as an SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People)
• Be fun, engaging, adaptable, and passionate about working with children and young people

• A competitive salary of FC5 £ 28,175.91 to £30,691.29 (pro rata)
• Access to a wide range of professional learning and training opportunities
• Career progression opportunities

Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland. 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 are registered within the required six months. More details are included in the role profile.

We particularly encourage applications from men, who are currently underrepresented within this type of work.

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. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked upload résumé. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV. More information is available on our Career site at

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