Early Years Practitioner

Teacheroo; Scotland; On-site; GBP 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Teacheroo is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioners to work in a warm and nurturing environment at a small independent school in Scotland. The successful candidate will have a significant role in developing young children's skills and contribute to the curriculum. This position offers flexible working hours and competitive remuneration with holidays during school breaks.

Benefits

Five weeks of holiday pay

Opportunities for additional hours

Qualifications

• Experience in early years education is preferred.
• Willingness to support before and after school care.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills in working with young children.
• Contribute to curricular development at the nursery and early years stage.

Skills

Commitment to role

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Education

Level 3 SVQ or equivalent qualification

Job description

Applications are invited from suitably experienced, enthusiastic, and committed Early Years Practitioners for a position starting from late August 2025. Early start options may be accommodated. We seek a well-qualified and motivated individual eager to utilize their talents in a dedicated and professional team. The successful candidate should demonstrate commitment to their role and the school's community.

The candidate will work in a small school environment, developing skills in working with young children and contributing to curricular development at the nursery and early years stage. The working hours during term time are approximately:

1. Monday 7.30am – 1.30pm
2. Tuesday 9.45am – 1.00pm
3. Wednesday 7.30am – 1.30pm
4. Thursday 9.45am – 1.45pm
5. Friday 9.45am – 12.45pm

Additional opportunities may be available to support before and after-school care. The pay rate is currently £14.33 per hour, paid monthly in arrears for 39 weeks annually, plus five weeks of holiday pay, totaling approximately £14,030 per year. All holidays must be taken during the school holiday periods.

The candidate should hold a Level 3 SVQ or equivalent qualification. The appointment is subject to PVG and SSSC checks.

Applications should be submitted online with a letter to the Headmaster, a completed application form, and contact details for two referees. The deadline is Friday, 20 June.

About the School

The Compass School is an independent primary school in East Lothian for children from pre-school to Primary Seven. It offers a friendly, caring environment with small class sizes, enabling high levels of individual attention. The school has earned a reputation for high-quality education, achieving Gold status as a UN Rights Respecting School in 2022, and has been recognized as a Digital School for its innovative curriculum. Located in Haddington, near Edinburgh, the school provides a picturesque setting for learning.

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