Early Years Practitioner - Broomlands Primary School - SBO09391

Scottish Borders Council; Kelso; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Scotland is seeking a qualified professional for a childcare education role. Responsibilities include contributing to all aspects of early learning and childcare in the ELC setting. Applicants need relevant qualifications and must register with the Scottish Social Services Council. The position is temporary until August 2026, with an hourly rate between £16.34 and £17.65.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one of the required qualifications in childcare.
• Successful applicants must register with SSSC within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to childcare and education in the ELC setting.
• Participate in other appropriate duties as required.

Education

HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education

SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7

SVQ 3 Children’s Care, Learning & Development

SNNEB/NNEB with ongoing CPD

Job description

Job Details

Grade: 6C

Hourly Rate: £16.34 - £17.65

Salary: £26848.60 - £29000.28 per annum

Contract Duration: Temporary until 16/08/2026 or earlier return of post holder

Hours: 31.5

Role Purpose

You will contribute to all aspects of childcare and education in the ELC setting and take an active part in other appropriate duties as required.

Essential Qualifications

• At least one of the following qualifications:
  • HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education
  • SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7 / SVQ 3 Children’s Care, Learning & Development
  • Applicants with an SNNEB/NNEB may be considered where they can evidence a record of on-going CPD during the past 5 years
  • All successful applicants for early learning and childcare posts will be required to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of appointment and maintain registration throughout the period of employment.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to [e-mail].

Equality and Diversity

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.