At Kidzcare, we’re proud to offer a welcoming, nurturing environment not just for children, but for our team too. We’re currently looking for a caring, committed Nursery Assistant/Practitioner to join our friendly team at our Portobello Nursery, which is now under new management.
Kidzcare holds a special place in the Scottish childcare sector as the first organisation to transition to employee ownership. Since January 2022, we’ve been an Employee‑Owned Childcare Company, meaning our staff truly have a voice and a stake in the future of our nurseries.
Our nursery is open Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm, and this role is for 4 days per week (38 hours), worked across weekdays.
We welcome applications from individuals who already hold their SVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People. If you’re working towards this qualification, we’re equally happy to support you with training and development opportunities while you grow your career with us.
If you’re passionate about early years care and would love to be part of a supportive, values‑driven team, we’d love to hear from you.
Main Duties Include:
- Have professional knowledge of young children and babies and be aware and act upon the individual children's needs within the nursery.
- Develop a stable, friendly and trusting relationship with the children
- Have a good working knowledge of the child-centered approach, and the relevant curriculum for your age group.
- Plan and provide a variety of stimulating play and development opportunities and activities which will aid the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of the children in line with the relevant curriculum.
- Use observation skills to gain knowledge and record the development of the children in your care. Use this knowledge to prepare developmental reports and up-to-date personal profiles for children.
- Competently use iPads and computers to formally observe, report and record children’s progress.
- Plan for activities based on individual needs using next steps and evaluation.
- Have a good working knowledge of Building the ambition, SSSC codes of practice, Child at the Centre and Care Standards.
Company Benefits;
- Nursery uniform provided; Tunic, Polo Shirts, T-shirts and Fleeces.
- Staff are encouraged to join our children in sharing delicious homecooked lunches, breakfasts and snacks.
- Health Assured: Employee Assist Programme
- 50 % Childcare Discount
- Paid Company Social Events and teambuilding – Christmas, Summer BBQ.
- Performance-based reward scheme
- Paid internal and external training opportunities – Company training academy
- Support with funding for qualifications and further learning opportunities
- Regular incentives, early finish voucher opportunities and employee of the month rewards.
Please visit our website for more details: https://www.kidzcare.org
The successful applicant will be subject to PVG check and must also be willing to register with the SSSC and meet registration conditions.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.45 per hour
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- SVQ3 - Children and Young People (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
