Fife Council
Senior Childcare Practitioner
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Senior Childcare Practitioner
Location: Pitcoudie Out of School Club, Glenrothes
Job Summary
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Salary: FC5 £29,170.80 - £31,761.26 (Pro-Rata)
- Working Pattern: 22.5 hours per week
- Monday to Friday, 07:45 to 09:00 & 14:45 to 18:00 (standard term)
- 07:30 to 18:00 during school holidays
- Closing Date: Thursday, 16 July 2026
- Proposed Interview Date: Tuesday, 28 July 2026
Key Responsibilities
We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Childcare Practitioner to:
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the Out of School Club
- Plan, supervise and ensure play-based activities for children (ages 5-12)
- Lead a small team of Childcare Practitioners and promote high standards
- Organise play areas with appropriate resources and adaptive equipment
- Create a safe and engaging environment supporting independence and confidence
- Provide healthy snacks (compliant with dietary needs)
- Transform spaces where children can explore freely
- Offer one-to-one support when required, including injuries and emergencies
- Build strong professional relationships with parents, carers, and partners
- Support the Childcare Manager in delivering an effective out-of-school service
About the Organisation
Fife Council’s Out of School Clubs offer:
- Safe, fun environments for children/youth when parents/carers work or study
- Tailored, play-based activities that keep kids engaged and happy
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Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- Proven experience working with children (5–12) and young people in care/play settings
- Supervisory leadership (preferably in childcare services)
- Formal qualification in children & young people’s support (e.g., SVQ 3 Social Services)
- Team management experience
Attributes We Value: ✔ Fun, engaging, adaptable ✔ Passionate about children’s positive development ✔ Understanding of directive vs. collaborative play-based learning ✔ Commitment to following ** Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) standards**
Supporting Statement Requirements
Well-structured job applications must include one supporting statement. This should demonstrate your:
- Experience of working with children and young people
- Experience of leading and supervising a team
Assessment tips:
- Do not submit a CV instead.
- Follow guidance from Fife Council’s official Career Portal (https://www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement)
See the updated How to Apply process.
Legal and Regulatory Requirements
Before starting, you will need to:
- Protect Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme membership from Disclosure Scotland
- Become an SSSC-registered professional within three months of appointment
- Note: The full SSSC application process must be completed within six months.
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Who We Hire
We particularly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups in this field—particularly men.
Further Info & Contacts
For role-specific details (e.g., essential criteria), review the official Role Profile.
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Alternative-format job documents available upon request. Email: transactions.recruitment@fife.gov.uk
Need More Info?
Contact: Cathy Hammond at Cathy.Hammond-ed@fife.gov.uk
Applications Process
Do not apply without your supporting statement. Upload it to the “Upload Your CV” section in your job portal.
Apply Before: Closing Date: Thursday, 16 July 2026
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