Childcare occupations Work, Jobs in Kirkcaldy, Fif (with Salaries)

Senior Childcare Practitioner
Fife Council —Glenrothes
- £29,170.80 - £31,761.26 a year
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
- Employee discount
Childcare Practitioner
Fife Council —Dalgety Bay
- £26,786.83 - £29,170.80 a year
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- School
- Employee discount
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Deputy Manager (Nursery) - CG1963
University of St Andrews —St. Andrews
- £32,080 - £37,174 a year
- Call to connect
- Hybrid work
- University
- School
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Out of School Club Manager
Daddy Daycare Edinburgh —Prestonpans
- Up to £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Peripatetic Play Assistant, Based at Perth Grammar School
Perth and Kinross Council —Perth
- £16,025 - £16,740 a year
- Military
- School
- Annual leave
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Peripatetic Play Assistant
Perth & Kinross Council —Perth
- £16,025 - £16,740 a year
- Part-time
- School
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After School Playworker
Kidzcare Ltd —Edinburgh
- From £12.81 an hour
- Childcare
- Working with children
- In-person
- Paid training
Quick apply
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Early Childhood Practitioner
Perth & Kinross Council —Auchterarder
- £4,532 - £4,854 a month
- Part-time
- School
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Play worker
LBA Activities —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Working with children
- In-person
- Free parking
Quick apply
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Play Worker
Scoosh —Edinburgh
- £12.71 - £14.07 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- In-person
- Teaching
Quick apply
Playwork support worker
Pinkie St Peters Out Of School Club —Musselburgh
- £1,120 a month
- Part-time
- Childcare
- English
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
Quick apply
Play Assistant, Scone Kids Club & Blair Kids Club
Perth & Kinross Council —Scone
- £9,793 - £10,230 a year
- Part-time
- School
Play Assistant, Langtoon Kids Club
Perth & Kinross Council —Auchterarder
- £14,422 - £15,066 a year
- Part-time
- School
11d
Lunch Cover
Argyle Bridge Childrens Nursery —Tranent
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Working with children
- In-person
Quick apply
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SENIOR OUT OF SCHOOL CHILDCARE & EDUCATION PRACTITIONER
North Edinburgh Childcare —Edinburgh
- Up to £19,545.61 a year
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Education
- In-person
Quick apply
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Support Playworker-Holiday Hub-Edinburgh - School Holidays 2026
The Action Group —Edinburgh
- £13.45 an hour
- Seasonal
- Paid training
Play Worker (Childcare)
Pinkie St Peters Out Of School Club —Musselburgh
- £1,220 a month
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
Play Assistant, Langtoon Kids Club, Auchterarder
Perth and Kinross Council —Auchterarder
- £14,422 - £15,066 a year
- Military
- School
- Annual leave
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Play Assistant, Scone Kids Club & Blair Kids Club, Blairgowrie
Perth and Kinross Council —Scone
- £9,793 - £10,230 a year
- Military
- School
- Annual leave
Play Worker
Glenbervie KIndergarden Ltd —Falkirk
- Up to £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Driving
- In-person
- Employee discount
Quick apply
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Senior Childcare Practitioner

Fife Council -
Glenrothes

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Job details

Part-time
£29,170.80 - £31,761.26 a year

Benefits

Employee discount

Qualifications

SVQ
Childcare
SSSC
Supervising experience
Leadership

Full job description

Proposed Interview Date: Tuesday 28 July 2026

Closing Date: Thursday 16 July 2026

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: FC5 £29,170.80 - £31,761.26 (Pro-Rata)

Working Pattern: 22.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday between 07:45 to 09:00, 14:45 to 18:00 and 07:30 to 18:00 during school holidays)

Location: Pitcoudie Out of School Club, Glenrothes

Supporting Statement

As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement which outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked ‘upload resumé’. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement .

Please include as part of your supporting statement:

your experience of working with children and young people.
your experience of supervising and leading a team.

Job Details

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

Senior Childcare Practitioners:

oversee the day to day running of the club.
are responsible for ensuring 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.

The Person

We are looking for someone who:

has experience of working with children and young people within a play, care or learning setting.
has supervisory experience, preferably within a childcare service.
holds a formal qualification such as an SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People).
is fun, engaging, adaptable, passionate about working with children and young people.

If you want to find out what it is like to work in an Out of School Club? Watch Madara and Ross share what a typical day looks like and why they love their roles.

Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

As this role requires SSSC registration, you will have three months to apply for registration.

If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible so you’re registered within the required six months.

If you need to achieve a qualification to maintain your SSSC membership, information will be provided if you are appointed. You must ensure you complete the qualification within the specified timeframe.

More details are included in the role profile.

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

Further Information

Role Profile - When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria Role Profile
How We Work Matters - Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our How We Work Matters behaviour framework for more information.
Employee Benefits - Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services.
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For further information please contact: Cathy Hammond - [email protected]

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