Early Years Practitioner

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join their vibrant nursery team. This role involves creating enriching learning experiences for children, contributing to a supportive and welcoming environment. The successful candidate will work year-round, adapting to various shift patterns to meet the needs of individual children. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to be part of a committed team that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess the required Early Years qualification.
• Experience in working with children in a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating and evaluating high-quality learning experiences.
• Working flexibly across four shift patterns.

Skills

Teamwork

Child Development Knowledge

Planning and Evaluation

Education

Early Years Qualification

Job description

Job Description

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Early Years Practitioner - Fixed Term until 26/06/2025

Location: Gylemuir Nursery

Salary: £28,046 - £32,010

Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks

We are looking for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and committed Early Years Practitioner (EYP) to join our team. We welcome applications from individuals who want to help instil our values of being welcoming, supportive, creative, and happy. As Gylemuir Nursery operates year-round, the successful candidate will work flexibly across four shift patterns to meet the needs of individual children. They should be a team player who contributes to planning, facilitating, and evaluating high-quality learning experiences.

Qualifications and Experience

Please ensure you meet the required qualification(s) and experience before applying, as we will be unable to consider your application without these. Refer to the attached documentation for specific requirements.

Regulatory and Background Checks

This post involves 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 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

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and able to perform at their best. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce with a variety of values, beliefs, experiences, and backgrounds.

Interview Process

We are transitioning from a competency-based interview to a behavioral and technical (skills-based) approach to better assess how candidates embody Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility. More information is available on Our Behaviours web page: Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council.

Salary and Working Arrangements

Our salary range typically reflects the starting salary with annual increases until reaching the top of the range. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

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