Early Years Officer - FLK13559

Falkirk Council; Parkhill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Parkhill seeks an Early Years Officer to join their team in providing high-quality early learning experiences. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of childcare practices and a passion for promoting play. This full-time, permanent position requires working hours within the ELC Centre's operating times. Candidates must possess an HNC or equivalent in Childcare and be registered or seeking registration with the Scottish Social Services Council.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in an early learning environment.
• Knowledge of current Early Learning and Childcare provision.
• Registered with or seeking registration with the SSSC.

Responsibilities

• Promote and deliver high-quality play and learning experiences.
• Establish positive relationships with children and families.
• Work as an effective team member.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Childcare knowledge

Passion for early learning

Education

HNC / SVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Job Advert

Early Years Officer

Parkhill ELC Centre

Post ID CS5953

An opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Officer to join the large team at Parkhill ELC Centre.

You will have skills, knowledge and experience of all current Early Learning and Childcare provision and procedures and have a passion for promoting and delivering high quality play and learning both indoors and outdoors.

You will work as an effective team member and establish positive relationships with children and families. You will have knowledge and experience of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures.

With experience of working with children, you will have an HNC / SVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. You must be registered with or currently seeking registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain / maintain PVG scheme membership.

The post is full time (37 hours) and is full year (NOT term time) and is permanent within Falkirk Council Children’s Services.

Please note the ELC Centre is open from 8am to 6pm and you must be prepared to work a shift pattern between these hours.