Early Learning & Childcare Practitioner, Crosshouse Early Childhood Centre - EAY11711

East Ayrshire Council; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Scotland is seeking a full-time Early Learning and Childcare Worker based at Crosshouse Early Childhood Centre. The role involves contributing to the care of children aged 0-8 years. Applicants must be members of the PVG Scheme for regulated work. The position offers a salary ranging from £26,911 to £28,800 term-time, with 35 hours per week from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme for Regulated Work.
• Provide at least two references, including one from a senior manager.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the provision of early learning and childcare services.
• Work in accordance with national care standards and social service codes.

Job description

Job Description

Contribute as part of a team to the provision of a quality early learning and childcare service for children aged 0-8 years and their families. Work in accordance with the principles of the national care standards for early education and childcare, and abide by the Code of Practice for Social Service Workers.

Requirements

The duties involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants will need to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member for Regulated Work with these groups, or if already a member, undergo a PVG Scheme Record Update, before a formal offer of employment is made by East Ayrshire Council.

PVG records are regularly updated. Any relevant information disclosed will be discussed with the applicant prior to employment confirmation.

Responsibilities

We adhere to the national Safer Recruitment guidance. During the application process, you should provide at least two relevant references, including one from your current or most recent employer. The reference from your current or most recent employer must be from an appropriate senior manager and not a peer at the same level.

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The Individual

This is a temporary, full-time, term-time position based at Crosshouse Early Childhood Centre, until 1 December 2025.

The hours are 35 per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, as directed by the line manager.

The annual salary ranges from £31,377 to £33,579. The actual term-time salary is between £26,911 and £28,800.

For further information, contact Hazel Cadwell at [e-mail].

East Ayrshire Council promotes diversity and inclusion. Applications from all community members are welcome, including Black and Minority Ethnic people, disabled people, and LGBT individuals. We encourage women to apply for managerial and underrepresented roles. We are a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador.