Early Years Practitioner - Bucksburn Academy (ASN) Wing - ABC12608

Aberdeen City Council; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization in Aberdeen is seeking a Nursery Team Member to provide high-quality early learning and childcare services. The ideal candidate will hold an HNC in Early Education and Childcare and be able to work effectively with children, parents, and colleagues. Registration with SSSC and PVG membership are essential. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Disability Confident Employer

Qualifications

• Registration with or eligibility to register with SSSC.
• PVG Membership for regulated work with children or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality early learning and childcare service.
• Work effectively within a nursery team to meet children's individual needs.

Skills

Ability to relate to children, parents, carers, and other professional colleagues

Ability to assess children's development

Effective communication skills

Good observation and listening skills

Education

HNC Early Education and Childcare/S/NVQ Level 3 Children's Care

Job description

Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is essential to read the guidance and the Job Profile attached. These documents explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Bucksburn Academy, Kepplehills Road, Aberdeen
Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full-time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above, currently £31,505 per annum / £17.31 per hour).

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee's first FULL month's salary payment.

Job purpose/about the role

To work as an effective member of the nursery team, delivering a flexible, high-quality early learning and childcare service to meet the individual needs of children and their families, ensuring their wellbeing and improving the outcomes for children and their families.

Required to work in the ASN Wing at Bucksburn Academy

Requirements:

• HNC Early Education and Childcare /S/NVQ Level 3 Children's Care and Development NNEB or equivalent
• Registration with or eligibility to register with SSSC
• PVG Membership for Regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults or willingness to obtain prior to a formal offer of employment being made

Desirable Skills:

• Ability to relate to children, parents, carers, and other professional colleagues.
• Ability to assess children's development and plan to extend their learning in a way that motivates children.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including non-verbal, verbal, and written forms of communication.
• A good observer and listener.

About Us

Please see the Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation, allowing employees to choose a working pattern that suits them and the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and require a reasonable adjustment, please contact [e-mail].

Armed Forces

We are a forces-friendly employer, having signed the Armed Forces Covenant and received a gold award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. For more information, contact [e-mail].

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for, including those with a disability, looked-after young people, and care leavers.

Please note that eligibility to work in the UK is dependent on legal status, and all applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.