Early Learning & Childcare Support Worker in Aberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED SAT 19 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
£30,285 per annum
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Job Purpose
Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.
Location: Abbotswell School, Aberdeen
Duration: Fixed Term, Part Time
R oles that require PVG Membership
Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023 , where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership . This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above . (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,285 per annum / £ 16.64 per hour)
The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members , and this cost will be deducted from an employee's first FULL month's salary payment.
Paste Job Purpose/about The Role
Fixed term, term time contract
The Post Holder Needs To Hold As a Minimum
The Postholder Is Able To Demonstrate
Please see the Job Profile for further details.
Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack.
Flexible Working
We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.
Disability Confident
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact .
Armed Forces
We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: . We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
Role
We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:
Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.
Location: Abbotswell School, Aberdeen
Duration: Fixed Term, Part Time
R oles that require PVG Membership
Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023 , where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership . This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above . (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,285 per annum / £ 16.64 per hour)
The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members , and this cost will be deducted from an employee's first FULL month's salary payment.
Paste Job Purpose/about The Role
Fixed term, term time contract
The Post Holder Needs To Hold As a Minimum
- SVQ Level 2 Social Services - children and young people at SCQF Level 6
- Registration with or eligibility to register with SSSC
- PVG Membership for Regulated work with Children or willingness to obtain
The Postholder Is Able To Demonstrate
- An enthusiasm for working with children 2-5 in an Early Learning and Childcare setting
- Ability to relate to children, parents, carers and other professional colleagues
- Experience of communicating effectively, including non-verbal, verbal and written forms of communication
- Awareness of the relationship between high quality services and the promotion of children's learning and development
- Ability to undertake appropriate CPD relevant to the post
Please see the Job Profile for further details.
Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack.
Flexible Working
We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.
Disability Confident
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact .
Armed Forces
We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: . We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
Role
We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:
- have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2all jobs)
- looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs)
- are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
- have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
- are New Scots* aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships
- "New Scots" are defined as refugees and asylum seekers who are in Scottish communities and include those who have been granted refugee status or another form of humanitarian protection, people seeking asylum, those who have been refused asylum, and those whose application has been refused but who remain in Scotland.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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To work as an Early Learning & Childcare Support Worker in the UK, you need a combination of personal qualities and professional skills. Here are some essential skills and attributes:
1. Understanding Child Development: Knowledge of how children develop physically, emotionally, socially, and cognitively is crucial. Familiarity with different stages of child development will help you support children's learning effectively.
2. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary. You will need to communicate with children, parents, and colleagues clearly and effectively.
3. Patience and Empathy: Working with young children requires patience and the ability to understand and respond to their emotional needs.
4. Creative Skills: Being able to engage children through creative activities, such as arts and crafts, music, and storytelling, is important for promoting their learning and development.
5. Observation and Assessment: Skills in observing children’s behaviors and assessing their development will help you identify their needs and monitor their progress.
6. Teamwork: Collaborating with other staff members and professionals is essential for creating a supportive environment for children.
7. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think quickly and develop solutions in challenging situations is important in a childcare setting.
8. Organizational Skills: You will need to plan and organize activities and maintain records of children's progress, so strong organizational skills are important.
9. Flexibility and Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing situations and the needs of children is crucial in a dynamic environment.
10. Knowledge of Safeguarding and Health & Safety: Understanding child protection policies and health and safety regulations is vital to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
11. First Aid Certification: Having a valid first aid certificate, especially in paediatric first aid, is often required.
12. Qualifications: While it is possible to work in this role without formal qualifications, obtaining a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or a similar childcare qualification, can enhance your employability.
13. Cultural Competence: An understanding of diversity and inclusion practices is important for supporting children from various backgrounds.
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