Jobsplus Permit: 152/2024

Applicable for both Malta and Gozo 

The Foundation for Educational Service (FES) is receiving applications from prospective candidates who would like to work in the role of Playworker for the Skolasajf 2024 programme starting from 10th July 2024. The contract will start on the 1st July 2024 in view of possible training and preparation required for the role.This is applicable for all Centres in Malta and Gozo.

Training at Centre - 8th and 9th July 2024 (Compulsory) 

Remuneration 

Rate of pay is € 7.75

The Employee shall work on a part-time basis up to a maximum of thirty (30) hours per week. Rostering of employees will be affected according to the exigencies of the service.Employees on an indefinite contract will revert to their indefinite role for the September Bridge Holidays. 

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Application Process 

Applications are to be submitted online including the uploading of copies of documentation as requested in the eligibility criteria. 

Closing date of this application is Friday 10th May 2024 at noon. 

Those who have already occupied this role with FES during the past year (2023) and who provided proof in this regard, will by-pass the interview. This depends also on previous performance with FES. 

Throughout the application process you will be asked to specify your preferred localities. This information is required to help us facilitate the placing process. However, kindly note that placements finally depend on rankings achieved during interviews and on the needs of the centre 

For additional information of assistance with your application kindly send email on hr.fes@gov.mt or call us on 225868 35/11/25/30/26. 

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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 

As from this year, all applicants that do not possess a qualification in education, will be required to attend a number of compulsory training sessions. 

1.     By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must be in possession of the below eligibility criteria: 

Those who hold qualifications related to Education are exempted from attending IFE course; otherwise, IFE course is compulsory. If anyone does not have this IFE course, oneself should write a letter of commitment to complete a training course offered by FES, organized by IFE.

o   Qualification pegged at MQF Level 4, OR

o   Two Qualifications pegged at MQF Level 3 (in either Maltese, English, Mathematics, Sciences, Information Technology, and Environmental Studies), OR

o   2 years experience working with a group of children in a registered institution (proof is to be  uploaded), OR

o   School leaving certificate, OR

o   Attending a higher institution (proof of attendance is to be uploaded).

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2. Applicants must be able to communicate in Maltese and/or English (recognised certificates or qualifications in language proficiency, in Maltese and/or English will be considered an asset)

3. A police conduct (not more than six months old); in order to apply online for your police conduct please follow this link > https://kondotti.gov.mt/ .

4. If candidate is a previous FES employee in the role applied for, candidate is to present an FES payslip of previous employment or a copy of the contract. If not a previous FES employee, candidate has to either present the latest MEDE payslip if candidate is a MEDE employee, or a reference letter.

Candidates with a food handling certificate and a  first aid will be given preference. 

JOB PURPOSE 

• To carry out duties in relation to the day-to-day operation of the Skolasajf.  
• To undertake face to face work with the children in delivering programmes of activities. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ensuring that the programme of activities delivered is interesting, valuable, and appropriate to the children using the facilities. The playworker needs to follow the FES Programme of Activities to provide a variety of play and learning opportunities, while identifying and accommodating changing needs. 
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of programme users through checking equipment, undertaking first line child protection measures, and organising activities appropriate to the users at any given time. 
• Providing a positive model of behaviour, by being well acquainted with FES policies & procedures and ensuring that such policies are being followed. 

• Ensuring that parents, carers, and other visitors are made to feel welcome on visiting the Centre. Any information requested by parents, carers or guardians are to be directed to the centre coordinator. At no point are playworkers to discuss matters with parents, carers, and guardians. 
• Maximising the learning value of the activities through planning, evaluation, and self- reflection. Keeping in mind that some children may require special attention and/or will have come from various cultural and religious backgrounds. 
• Lead groups of children in various activities, such as physical games, arts and crafts, creative play, games, and other learning activities. Manage behaviours and adapt the activity to meet the needs of groups or individuals. Following planning, resources are to be prepared prior to the activity. 
• Support children on a reduced ratio, ensuring that they are included in activities being conducted and/or planning activities that support the child’s learning. 
• Contributing to the accountability of the centre through assisting in the maintenance of agreed records including registers, serious injury reports, incident reports, guardian consent forms and collecting of money including issuing of receipts 

• Report immediately any areas of concern, such as bullying, suspected abuse on children or any other grave matter, to the Centre Coordinator and / or PER. 

Transport-related Duties 

Without prejudice to the obligations of the owner and driver of the vehicle concerned regarding the safety of passengers and the full observance of the law and regulations related to transport matters, a Playworker may be required to carry out transport-related duties, with a child individual educational needs, should the requirement be indicated by the Foundation for Educational Services. 

In such cases, the Playworker shall: 

• assist in the boarding and un-boarding of pupils on and off the transport vehicle and, in the case of pupils who are wheelchair/buggy users, put on the restraints on the wheelchair/buggy and put on the passenger restraint on the pupils to ensure safety during transportation; 
• carry out transport supervision duties to and from school when the transport of pupils during normal school hours is necessary; supervision duties carried out outside centre hours shall be remunerated at the same rate. 

Other Duties 

• The Officer shall perform other duties assigned by the Chief Executive Officer, FES according to the exigencies of the Foundation for Educational Services.