Early Years Practitioner and Early Birds Assistant

Girl's Schools Association; Scotland; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Scotland is seeking a dedicated Early Years Practitioner and Early Birds Assistant on a part-time basis. This role involves engaging with children during term time, planning activities, and ensuring a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will be qualified in childcare, enthusiastic, and collaborative, contributing significantly to the developmental needs of children.

Benefits

Holiday allowance

Sick pay

Family policies

Access to swimming and fitness facilities

Discounts at retail and entertainment locations

Qualifications

• Kind and enthusiastic individual experienced with children.
• Qualified in childcare and organized.
• Team player who prioritizes children's interests.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality, child-centred service.
• Plan and implement a curricular program to support learning.
• Observe and interact with children during activities.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Responsibility

Experience with children

Organization

Education

Qualification in childcare

Job description

Early Years Practitioner and Early Birds Assistant

Scotland

Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools

Part-time | Fixed Term | Term Time

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Early Years Practitioner and Early Birds Assistant.

Details

The Nursery at ESMS is recruiting for an Early Years Practitioner and Early Birds Assistant to join on a part-time, temporary basis from August 2025 (subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks) until 26 June 2026. The hours are:

• Monday and Tuesday from 7:30am to 8:15am as an Early Birds Assistant
• Monday 8:15am to 3:15pm as an Early Years Practitioner
• Tuesday 8:15am to 3:45pm as an Early Years Practitioner

The role is during term time. Salary ranges from £9,627 to £10,479 per annum, depending on skills and experience, and is on the ESMS Support Staff Salary Scales.

The purpose of this role is to deliver a high-quality, child-centred service meeting the needs of children and families. Key duties include planning and implementing a curricular program, observing and interacting with children to support learning, and participating in team activities within the Nursery.

The ideal candidate will be kind, enthusiastic, responsible, experienced with children, qualified in childcare, and organized. They should prioritize children's interests and work well in a team.

For more details, please refer to the provided job description.

Note: ESMS cannot sponsor international workers for a Skilled Worker visa. Applicants must demonstrate legal right to work in the UK.

Benefits include: holiday allowance, sick pay, family policies, access to swimming and fitness facilities, and discounts at numerous retail and entertainment locations.

Values

We seek individuals embodying ESMS values of Kindness, Confidence, Resilience, Integrity, and Curiosity, aligning with our pillars of Ambition, Innovation, and Community.

We are committed to safeguarding children. All staff undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure Scotland. All positions are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The closing date is 31 July at 12 noon. Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 11 August.

About ESMS

ESMS is a vibrant family of independent schools for ages 3-18 in Edinburgh, offering a holistic education with a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, outdoor education, and community involvement.

Our Vision

To empower learners through innovative, transformative experiences, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration, inspiring students to achieve their full potential.

Our Mission

To develop resilient, accomplished, and values-driven students equipped to lead fulfilling lives and positively impact the world.

Aims

• Provide outstanding education to a diverse student body
• Build strong relationships to support emotional, social, and academic development
• Offer extensive extracurricular activities to nurture talents
• Inspire academic excellence and high achievement
• Encourage resilience and adaptability
• Inspire a love of learning and innovation
• Develop confidence and voice in students
• Embed character and good decision-making through our core values