Early Years Assistant (Temp)

Hours: 14 hours/week (temporary contract of 6 months)

Qualifications: Be willing to work towards and SVQ2 in childcare or equivalent.

First Steps enables children and families to access a Playgroup that supports all children with an additional support need in West Lothian aged between 2 and 5 years.

Our playgroup provides a home from home environment where children and parents can feel at ease. We take pride in giving children essential opportunities and building trusting relationships with the whole family. Our curriculum is unique to our setting:- This is child led focussing on Wellbeing 'my self, social, emotional and communication development', Movement and Co-ordination, Confidence 'creativity and curiosity', Literacy Learning as well as Numeracy 'and mathematical learning'... (Realising the Ambition - Being Me).

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Provide quality experiences in an uncluttered environment.

Setting up and clearing away activities.

Engage in free flow play from indoors to the outdoors with the children.

To have a genuine interest in the wellbeing of children and developing nurturing relationships.

Participate on the weekly snack rota.

Attending to children's personal care needs.

(Experience is an advantage but not essential)

Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and a relevant PVG is essential.

If you require any further information call 01506 379231/07840758914