Early Learning & Childcare Practitioner, Nether Robertland ECC, Stewarton - EAY11669

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

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is seeking a dedicated team member to provide quality early learning and childcare services. This is a full-time, term-time role based in Stewarton, requiring a PVG membership for working with children. The salary ranges from £31,377 to £33,579 annually, with specific working hours. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team in early childhood education.
• Understanding of safeguarding protocols for children.
• Experience in providing early learning and childcare services.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality early learning and childcare services.
• Work in accordance with national care standards and codes of practice.
• Participate in recruitment and provide references.

Skills

Working with children

Understanding of national care standards

Team collaboration

Education

PVG Scheme membership

Job description

Job Description

Contribute as part of a team to provide quality early learning and childcare services 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 PVG Scheme member for Regulated Work with these groups, or if already a member, undergo a PVG Scheme Record Update before a formal job offer can be made by East Ayrshire Council.

Note: PVG records are continuously updated. Any relevant information disclosed will be discussed with the applicant prior to employment offer.

Responsibilities

We adhere to the national Safer Recruitment guidelines. During your application, you should provide at least two relevant references, including one from your current or most recent employer, which must be from an appropriate senior manager. References from peers at the same level are not acceptable.

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The Individual

This is a temporary, full-time, term-time position based at Nether Robertland Early Childhood Centre, Stewarton.

The post is valid until 31 October 2025.

Work hours are 35 per week, Monday to Friday, with various shift patterns including early, mid, and one late shift per week.

The full-time annual salary ranges from £31,377 to £33,579; the actual salary for term-time work ranges from £26,911 to £28,800.

For further information, contact Leanne Strathearn at [e-mail].

East Ayrshire Council values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all community members. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups, including Black and Minority Ethnic individuals, disabled persons, and LGBT community members. We are a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador.