Early Years Assistant - Cramond Primary School

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

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council invites applications for an Early Years Assistant at Cramond Primary Nursery School on a fixed-term contract until 29 June 2027. The role is 16 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Monday to Thursday 10:00–14:00.

You will support children's learning, assist with welfare needs and day-to-day operations under the Head Teacher/Head of Centre, with PVG checks and SSSC obligations in place.

Qualifications

• SVQ2/SCQF Level 6 qualification required within 3 years.
• Register with SSSC within 3 months of starting.
• Good literacy and numeracy; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the educational, care and welfare needs of all children.
• Assist in day-to-day operations of the School/Early Years Centre.
• Carry out general clerical duties to support learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Prioritise workload

Education

SVQ2/SCQF Level 6 qualification within 3 years of taking up role

Registration with SSSC within three months of being offered post

Job description

Early Years Assistant - Fixed term until 29/06/2027
Cramond Primary School Nursery

Salary: £26,806-£27,032 (pro rata for part time and sessional)
Hours: 16 per week, 39 weeks per year
Mon-Thurs 10:00-14:00
Estimated End Date - 29/06/2027

Working pattern: Monday to Thursday 10:00-14:00

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Early Years team as an Early Years Assistant at Cramond Primary Nursery School. Working Monday-Thursday from 10:00-14:00 you will join the team to work collaboratively as a member of the early years team.

Assisting in meeting the educational, care and welfare needs of all children ensuring those with additional support needs who are able to 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 School/Early Years Centre as directed by the Head Teacher/Head of Centre or nominated staff.

• Experience of working with children Knowledge, skills and understanding
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Able to work co-operatively
• Able to prioritise workload and make decisions
• Able to demonstrate initiative Qualifications and training
• Good basic general education and be literate and numerate
• Must gain a SVQ2/SCQF Level 6 qualification within 3 years of taking up role.
• Must apply for registration with SSSC within three months of being offered post.
• Able to form effective relations with children, staff and parents
• Able to carry through tasks with groups of children as directed by senior staff e.g. supporting children with snack and lunch
• Understanding the needs of children and the ability to respond appropriately

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. An unconditional 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 anassessment 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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