Early Years Officer - Flexible, Impactful Child Care Leader

The City of Edinburgh Council; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an Early Years Officer for Greengables Early Years Centre in Edinburgh. Salary ranges £34,452–£40,501 pro rata for 36 hours per week across 39 weeks of sessional work.

The role focuses on high-quality education and care for children, aligned with council policies and PVG requirements. The post is regulated work with children, with mandatory PVG checks and appropriate pre-employment procedures.

Qualifications

• 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.
• If an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more outwith the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a service compatible with good practice in the education and care of children and young people within Council and Education Department policies and systems.
• Work as an effective member of a Multi-Disciplinary or other team to promote a stimulating environment balancing education and care for children and young people.
• Meet children’s individual needs and those of their families, enabling everyone to achieve their potential.

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an Early Years Officer for Greengables Early Years Centre in Edinburgh. Salary ranges £34,452–£40,501 pro rata for 36 hours per week across 39 weeks of sessional work.

The role focuses on high-quality education and care for children, aligned with council policies and PVG requirements. The post is regulated work with children, with mandatory PVG checks and appropriate pre-employment procedures.