Early Years Assistant - Cowgate under-5s

The City of Edinburgh Council; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is recruiting an Early Years Assistant for Cowgate under 5s, Edinburgh. You will be part of the early years team supporting children's learning, welfare and access to the curriculum within council provision.

The role involves PVG Scheme checks and pre-employment checks; a flexible working approach is welcome. This position is based at Cowgate under 5s in Edinburgh and forms part of the council's childcare services.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in meeting the educational, care and welfare needs of all children within the early years setting.
• Support and assist in day-to-day operations of the Early Years Centre as directed by the Head Teacher/Head of Centre or nominated staff.

Job description

Early Years Assistant

Cowgate under 5s

Salary: £26,806 - £27,032
Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks

Cowgate Under 5s are looking to recruit an enthusiastic team-player who works collaboratively as a member of the early years team within council early years provision. Assisting in meeting the educational, care and welfare needs of all children ensuring those with additional support needs who can attend a mainstream provision, can effectively access the curriculum. To be flexible and assist in carrying out general clerical duties as and when required in support of children’s learning. To provide support and assistance in the day-to-day operations of the Early Years Centre as directed by the Head Teacher/Head of Centre or nominated staff.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. Anunconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4

As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We’re interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

Happy to talk flexible working.

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