Early Years Practitioner - Easthouses Primary School/Mayfield Early Learning Centre - MID07240.[...]

Midlothian Council; Loanhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Loanhead is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for a permanent role at Easthouses Primary School, working 20.5 hours per week. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications such as HNC in Childhood Practice and various SVQs, alongside an up-to-date First-aid certificate. The position also requires successful applicants to be eligible for the PVG Scheme prior to commencing work. The role is part-time during the school year, with specific working hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Childhood Practice, SCQF Level 7.
• SVQs in Child Care and Education preferred.
• Up-to-date First-aid certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Work in an early years setting at Easthouses Primary School.
• Ensure compliance with children's care regulations.
• Be eligible for PVG Scheme membership before starting work.

Skills

HNC in Childhood Practice

SVQ Social Services (Children & Young people)

SVQ 3 Child Care and Education

SVQ 3 Early Years Care and Education

SVQ Children's Care learning and Development

First-aid certificate

Education

HNC Early Education and Childcare (SCQF 7)

HNC Working with Children in Early Years

Job description

Early Years Practitioner – Permanent – 20.5 hours per week at Easthouses Primary School/Mayfield ELC.

Location & Schedule

Wed 08:00‑16:15, Thurs 08:15‑16:45, Fri 08:15‑13:00. 39 weeks per year.

Salary

Minimum actual salary £20,012.53 per annum, based on the first point of the council salary scale.

Qualifications

• HNC in Childhood Practice, SCQF Level 7
• SVQ Social Services (Children & Young people), SCQF 7
• SVQ 3 Child Care and Education
• SVQ 3 Early Years Care and Education
• SVQ Children's Care learning and Development SCQF 7
• HNC Childcare and Education
• HNC Working with Children in Early Years
• HNC Early Education and Childcare (SCQF 7)
• Qualifications previously recognised for SNNEB/NNEB registration may be acceptable.
• First‑aid certificate (up‑to‑date required)

Regulated Work with Children

The role is regulated under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates must be PVG‑Scheme eligible. A PVG Scheme membership will be required before starting work.

Application Process

CLOSING DATE: Monday 12 January. INTERVIEW DATE: Monday 19 January.

Additional Information

Disability: If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please email the Recruitment Team with the post reference number. Candidates who are trainees of the Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or are care‑experienced young people who were previously looked‑after children are eligible for a guaranteed interview if they meet the essential criteria.