Early Years Assistant - Play-Based Learning, Flexible Hours

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an Early Years Assistant at Canaan Lane Primary & ELC in Edinburgh. This 26-hour-per-week post supports 3–5-year-olds in a play-based learning environment, with flexible options to foster wellbeing and inclusive practice.

You will work with a welcoming team, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills while contributing to nurturing approaches and safeguarding requirements.

Qualifications

• Candidates should demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to nurturing approaches and inclusive practice.
• Experience or passion for play-based learning and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support 3–5-year-old learners in a play-based learning environment.
• Motivate and support colleagues in developing their practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Play-based learning

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an Early Years Assistant at Canaan Lane Primary & ELC in Edinburgh. This 26-hour-per-week post supports 3–5-year-olds in a play-based learning environment, with flexible options to foster wellbeing and inclusive practice.

You will work with a welcoming team, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills while contributing to nurturing approaches and safeguarding requirements.