Jobsplus Permit: 124/2024

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 with Extra Responsibilities 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 € 9.93

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. 

More information about these training sessions will be provided closer to the start of Skolasajf. 

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

1. A qualification pegged at MQF Level 4; 

2. PER Course Certificate 

3. As well as:

   • 24 months playworker with the FES; or 

   • Having worked as a playworker during the last four (4) years Skolasajf Terms; or 

   • 2 years experience as a teacher or kindergarten educator or learning support educator 

   • 2 years proven experience in administration. Preference will be given to those candidates that have experience as a playworker with FES. 

4. Ability to communicate in both Maltese and English: 

5. Conversant with Microsoft Document, Excel Sheet and One Drive. Preference will be given to applicants that possess an ECDL Certificate.  

6.  A police conduct (issued within the past six months).  
   • In order to apply online for your police conduct please follow this link > https://kondotti.gov.mt/ 

7. Employment History issued by Jobsplus as a proof of the experience mentioned in CV. 

8. Reference in the form of either a: 

   • Payslip or contract for the previously employed role of PER Resource Centre or  

   • latest MEYR payslip if candidate is a MEYR employee or  

   • Character reference letter written by a qualified professionalwho knows the applicant well.

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE 

• To provide support / assistance to staff and to the Centre Co-ordinator in the day-to-day operation of the Skolasajf  

• To undertake the necessary administration duties supporting the Centre Co-ordinator.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ensuring that the programme of activities delivered is interesting, valuable and appropriate to the children using the facilities. The Playworker with Extra Responsibilities (PER) needs to ensure that the centre is providing a variety of play and learning opportunities, whilst 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. All areas of concern are to be reported to the centre coordinator. 

• 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 PERs to discuss matters with parents, carers and guardians.  

• Maximising the learning value of the activities by guiding good 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. 

• 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. Also, assist the Centre Coordinator with staff rosters and any statistical data collection required by FES Head Office  

• Assist in the provision of care and activities for children some of whom may require special attention and/or will have come from various cultural and religious backgrounds. 

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

Other Duties: 

• The PER may also be asked to fulfil the role of a play worker and manage a class and carry out appropriate activities scheduled from the FES Programme of Activities. This will be done according to the exigencies of the service and per Job Description here under. 

• Lead groups of children in specific sport, games, crafts and other learning activities.  Manage behaviours and adapt the activity to meet the needs of groups or individuals.  Prepares for activities; 

• The PER will be assigned other duties by the Centre coordinator or his delegate, according to the exigencies of the service. The playworker may also be asked to work between 7am and 5:30pm in centres which offer the extended service;  

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 PER 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 PER 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.