Play Assistant, Longforgan Primary School

Job Description

Play Assistant (PKC09690)
£7,810 - £8,216 (16 hours per week, term-time only) 
Longforgan Primary School 

As a Play Assistant, you will be based in our custom-built nursery, set within Longforgan Primary School.  In this role you will work closely with a range of colleagues including Early Childhood Practitioners, Nursery Support Teacher, Early Years Family Learning Practitioner as well as teachers and support staff throughout the whole school.  Your role will be varied and you will support children aged 3-6 years in their social and emotional development, facilitate play and learning activities both indoors and outdoors, and you will help prepare and serve snack and lunch daily.

The successful applicant will be a conscientious, committed, caring individual with excellent communication skills.  You will be confident when engaging with colleagues, families and children, and always conduct yourself in a friendly, yet professional, manner.

You will be flexible and able to respond calmly to changes and challenges as they arise.  You will add value to our team by demonstrating a commitment to improving outcomes for all our learners, and by participating in professional development opportunities to support your own learning and that of your colleagues.

The Individual

If you would like any more information regarding this vacancy, please contact the Head Teacher on 01738 459640. 

When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer.

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A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender. 

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