Early Years Practitioner

The City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Edinburgh seeks an Early Years Practitioner to foster a love of learning in children. The role involves creating engaging learning experiences in a supportive environment, emphasizing individual development and community partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, engaging learning experiences for children.
• Develop children's skills as global citizens.

Job description

Job Description

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Position: Early Years Practitioner

Location: Currie Primary School

Salary: £28,046 - £32,010 (pro-rata for sessional)

Hours: 36 per week, 39 weeks

About Currie Primary Nursery

Situated in the South West of Edinburgh in Currie, the nursery is part of Currie Primary School and has a designated site within the main school grounds. It currently accommodates 64 children.

The nursery features two large open-plan rooms and a spacious outdoor area used daily. We employ a Play-Based Learning approach, responding to pupil voice through responsive planning to enhance learning and teaching aligned with A Curriculum for Excellence. We aim to provide high-quality, engaging learning experiences for all children, fostering a love of learning.

Our Educational Philosophy

We encourage children to be individuals aware of themselves and others, developing as global citizens. Our focus is on curiosity and teaching skills to adapt to an ever-changing world. We maintain strong partnerships with parents, carers, partner services, agencies, and the wider community, guided by our school Mission, Vision, and Values.

Regulatory and Employment Conditions

This post involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check. If you have spent three or more months outside the UK in the last five years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Culture

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all staff feel valued and able to perform their best. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce in bringing different perspectives and experiences.

Interview and Assessment Process

We are transitioning from competency-based interviews to a behavioural and technical skills-based approach. This will help us assess how you think and embody our core behaviours: Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility. More information can be found on Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council webpage.

Additional Information

Our salary range reflects the starting salary with annual increases up to the top of the range. We are open to flexible working arrangements. Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs for updates.