Senior Childcare Practitioner

Proposed Interview Date: 20 July 2026

Closing Date: 19 July 2026

Contract Type: Temporary for one year

Salary Range: FC5 £ 29,170.80 to £31,761.26 (pro rata)

Working Pattern: 23.75 hrs per week, Monday to Friday 07:30‑09:00, 14:45‑18:00, and 07:30‑18:00 during school holidays.

Location: Cairneyhill Out of School Club, Cairneyhill Primary and Community School, Northbank Road, Dunfermline KY12 8RN

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.
• Plan and supervise activities with children and young people.
• Supervise a small team of childcare practitioners.
• Organise play area and provide appropriate resources and equipment.
• Create a safe, inviting space that allows children 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 of working with children and young people within a play, care, or learning setting.
• Supervisory experience, preferably within a childcare service.
• Formal qualification such as an SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People).
• Fun, engaging, adaptable, and passionate about working with children and young people.

• Access to a rewards scheme with discounts on a wide range of products and services.

• Before confirmation, you will be required to obtain a Level 2 Disclosure with PVG.
• SSC registration: successful applicant will have three months to apply for registration; must start application as soon as possible to complete registration within six months.
• Required qualification to maintain SSC membership will need to be achieved within the specified timeframe.