Early Years Education/Child Care Officer - (Temp/Part Time/Term Time) - REF:ECOD/08977 - INV06172

Inverclyde Council; Bothwell; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Scotland is seeking an Early Years Educator/Child Care Officer for various locations in Inverclyde. This temporary role lasts up to one year, offering 7.24 hours per week. The ideal candidate will provide quality early years education and childcare, ensuring the well-being and development of children. Competitive salary and flexible working options are provided.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Attractive pension schemes

Career development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visas.
• A satisfactory PVG check is required if working with children.
• Registration with HCPC or SSSC required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide early years education and childcare services.
• Support the development and well-being of children in care.

Job description

Job Description

Early Yrs Educ/Child Care Off REF: ECOD/08977

Salary: Grade 5 £32,294 - £34,185

Location: Various Locations In Inverclyde

Hours: 7.24 Hours Per Week

Duration: Temporary for Up to 1 Year

Inverclyde Council offers a wide range of employee benefits including flexible working, attractive pension schemes, a Buy and Bank Annual Leave Scheme, career development, and health and wellbeing support.

More details are available in our Employee Benefits Booklet on the Inverclyde Council website.

Important Applicant Information:

• Please read the Essential Applicant Information before submitting your application.
• Check your email regularly after applying, as all communication, including interview invites and offers, will be sent via email. Ensure emails from MYJOBSCOTLAND and Inverclyde Council are not filtered into spam.
• Inverclyde Council is an accredited Living Wage Employer, paying the Living Wage Rate where required. See 'Essential Applicant Information' for more details.
• We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all community members.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visas.

Vetting by Disclosure Scotland

If working with children or protected adults, a satisfactory PVG check is required. Some posts may require a Standard or Basic Disclosure. All checks are via Disclosure Scotland, and successful candidates pay the cost of their disclosure.

Regulatory Bodies

If registration with bodies like HCPC or SSSC is required, you must maintain registration and pay associated fees. SSSC fees are waived for local authority staff under the current pay deal.

Further Assistance

Alternative application formats (Large Print, Braille, Audio) can be requested. For assistance, contact the HR Recruitment Team at 01475 712740 or [e-mail].

Armed Forces Personnel/Reservists

Applications from former armed forces personnel and reservists are welcome. Skills gained in military service may transfer well into local government roles.

Disability Confident

We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Flexible Working

We support flexible working options, including Part-Time, Job Share, Compressed Hours, Homeworking, Hybrid, and Flexible Retirement. Details are in our Flexible Working Policy.

Early Years

All early years services operate between 8am and 6pm. You must be able to work contracted hours within this timeframe.