Early Years Practitioner - Corstorphine Primary School - 11511_1757947828

The City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the City of Edinburgh seeks a qualified Early Years Practitioner to deliver high-quality learning experiences for children aged 3-5 years. The role involves leading the Early Years team and fostering a nurturing environment. Candidates should hold a minimum HNC in Childcare and Education, with strong team working skills and knowledge of national guidance. Flexible working arrangements are welcomed and salary ranges between £29,173 - £33,287 per year.

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current national guidance relating to early learning and childcare.
• Strong team working skills with a clear vision for the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead within an Early Years setting and deliver high-quality learning experiences.
• Work as part of the team to support children's development and learning.
• Contribute to a caring, safe, and inclusive environment.

Skills

Knowledge of early learning guidance

Strong team working skills

Leadership development

Education

HNC in Childcare and Education

Job description

Overview

Early Years Practitioner
Corstorphine Primary School Nursery

Salary: £29,173 - £33,287 per year

Hours: 36 per week, 39 weeks sessional

Working pattern: Monday to Friday with start and finish times to be confirmed at interview. The Nursery operates between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday, so early and late shifts will be included.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our Early Years/First Level team. The successful candidate will work alongside our existing EYP team to assist in the delivery of high quality learning experiences for children aged 3-5 years at Corstorphine Primary School Nursery.

About the setting

Corstorphine Primary School and Nursery are situated in the vibrant village of Corstorphine within the City of Edinburgh. We strive to create a nurturing and safe environment where our children lead their own learning and develop as individuals in a supportive and challenging ethos. We provide a stimulating environment for children to create, explore and learn through play so they develop a love of learning as their understanding of the world around them grows.

We have a very clear vision, "At the heart of Corstorphine Village, we aspire to equip everyone with the tools they need to thrive" and our values are embedded at all levels. Our staff and children are: Kind, Inclusive, Trustworthy and Honest.

Responsibilities

• Lead within an Early Years setting with enthusiasm and contribute to delivering high quality learning experiences for 3-5 year olds.
• Work as part of the Early Years/First Level team to support children's development and learning.
• Support continuous professional development and demonstrate commitment to learning and improvement.
• Contribute to a caring, safe, and inclusive environment that reflects the school’s aims and behaviours.
• Support in implementing national guidance related to early learning and childcare and evidence this in practice.

Qualifications & requirements

• Minimum qualification: HNC in Childcare and Education (or equivalent).
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current national guidance relating to early learning and childcare.
• Strong team working skills and a clear vision for the role; leadership development opportunities may be available, including potential secondment with current employer’s permission.
• This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults. The preferred candidate will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check, and an Overseas Criminal Record Check may be required for certain periods abroad. Offers are subject to satisfactory checks.

Interviews & culture

As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work, we are adopting a behavioural and technical (skills for the job) based approach to interviewing to assess how you think and how you would apply values such as Respect, Integrity and Flexibility in your work. We are committed to a workplace where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best, and value a diverse workforce.

Further information about our behaviours can be found on the Our Behaviours page (text only).

Additional information

• Salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annual increases to the top of the range.
• Flexible working arrangements are welcome.
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