Early Years Practitioner — 36hrs/Week (Fixed Term)

Midlothian Council; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Midlothian Council is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for Mauricewood Primary School on a fixed-term contract until 29 June 2027. The post involves delivering high-quality early years education and safeguarding, in a 36-hour week pattern: 8:00–16:30 Monday–Thursday and 8:00–12:00 Friday.

Applicants must hold a practitioner-level qualification (e.g., HNC/SVQ) meeting SSSC registration, plus a current first aid certificate. PVG Scheme membership is required prior to starting employment.

Qualifications

• Post holder must hold at least a practitioner level qualification (HNC or SVQ) meeting SSSC registration requirements.
• An up-to-date first aid certificate is required.
• Regulated Work with Children – PVG Scheme membership required before starting.

Skills

First aid certification

Education

HNC Childhood Practice SCQF Level 7

SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7

SVQ 3 Child Care and Education

SVQ 3 Early Years Care and Education

HNC Childcare and Education

HNC Working with Children in Early Years

HNC Early Education and Childcare (SCQF 7)

Job description

Midlothian Council is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for Mauricewood Primary School on a fixed-term contract until 29 June 2027. The post involves delivering high-quality early years education and safeguarding, in a 36-hour week pattern: 8:00–16:30 Monday–Thursday and 8:00–12:00 Friday.

Applicants must hold a practitioner-level qualification (e.g., HNC/SVQ) meeting SSSC registration, plus a current first aid certificate. PVG Scheme membership is required prior to starting employment.