Early Years Practitioner - Coldstream Primary School - SBO10456

Scottish Borders Council; Coldstream; On-site; GBP 7,600 - 8,200; Part time

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council invites applications for an Early Learning and Childcare post in its busy ELC team serving learners aged 2–5 years. The role emphasises nurturing, flexibility, and active involvement within a supportive team environment.

Applicants should hold one of the listed qualifications and achieve GTCS registration (or obtain it within 3 months). The post is temporary until 01 July 2027, with interviews scheduled for 19 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications listed: HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education; SVQ 3 Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7; SVQ 3 Children's Care, Learning & Development.
• All successful applicants must hold GTCS registration or obtain it within 3 months and maintain it during employment.

Responsibilities

• Join the ELC team as an active and involved member.
• Provide high quality experiences for learners aged 2–5 years.
• Support development journeys and inclusive practice within the service.

Education

HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education

SVQ 3 Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7

SVQ 3 Children's Care, Learning & Development

Job description

Job Details

Grade: 6C

Hours: 10

Hourly Rate: £16.92 - £18.27

Salary: £7621.13 - £8229.17 per annum

Contract Duration: Temporary until 01 July 2027

Interviews will be held on 19 October 2026

Role Purpose

We are looking for a friendly, nurturing, flexible person to be an active and involved member of our ELC team. We have a large busy ELC with 36 learners from age 2-5 years. Every child is a valued and unique member of our community and we are looking for a new team member to join us on our development journey as we strive to provide high quality experiences for all our wonderful learners.

Essential

At least one of the following qualifications:

• HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education
• SVQ 3 Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7
• SVQ 3 Children's Care, Learning & Development

All successful applicants for early learning and childcare posts will be required to hold full registration with GTCS, or be able to obtain full registration 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 Catherine Douglas by telephone on 01890882189 or by email at [e-mail].

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.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Employability Support -The Employability Service - For support on completing job applications, Scottish Borders residents can access free support from our specialist Employability Team. Please contact us via the switchboard 01835 824000 asking to be transferred to the Employability Service or email [e-mail]