Casual Early Years Support Assistant - DGA11951

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council as a Casual Early Years Support Assistant, where you will play a vital role in nurturing the next generation. This position offers the flexibility to work across various nursery locations, supporting children's development in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to equality and diversity, the council values unique perspectives and experiences, making it an inclusive workplace. Enjoy a range of exciting benefits, including discounts on everyday essentials and health support initiatives. If you're passionate about early years education and want to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts from local businesses

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support programs

Qualifications

• Must hold a qualification for registration with The Scottish Social Services Council.
• Experience in early years education or childcare is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development in nursery settings.
• Work flexible hours to meet service needs.

Skills

Early Years Education

Childcare Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant qualification for SSSC registration

Job description

Advert

Casual Early Years Support Assistant

Various Locations within Dumfries & Galloway

Early Years Support Assistant - £14.26 per hour

You will be required to work as and when required, 39 weeks per year.

Dumfries and Galloway Council's Nursery settings may operate between the hours of 8.00am - 6.00pm and employee working patterns will be required to meet the needs of the service.

Early Years Support Assistant applicants must hold a relevant qualification that enables registration with The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Support Worker in Day Care Children's Services (without conditions). Link to list of qualifications below:

https://www.sssc.uk.com/knowledgebase/article/KA-02525/en-us

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

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