Early Years Practitioner — Fixed-Term, 36h/wk

Midlothian Council; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Midlothian Council is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for Mauricewood Primary School in Penicuik. This fixed-term role runs 36 hours per week, Monday–Thursday 8:00–4:30 and Friday 8:00–12:00, over 39 weeks per year, with appointment to the first point on the salary scale.

Candidates must have practitioner level qualifications listed above or equivalents meeting SSSC registration; PVG Scheme membership is required; closing date 15th September 2026; overseas criminal record checks may apply

Qualifications

• Qualified to practitioner level or equivalent meeting SSSC registration.
• Relevant SCQF/Scottish qualifications listed above with valid status.
• Up-to-date first aid certificate required.

Education

HNC Childhood Practice at 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)

SNNEB/NNEB registration equivalent recognition

First aid certificate

Job description

Midlothian Council is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for Mauricewood Primary School in Penicuik. This fixed-term role runs 36 hours per week, Monday–Thursday 8:00–4:30 and Friday 8:00–12:00, over 39 weeks per year, with appointment to the first point on the salary scale.

Candidates must have practitioner level qualifications listed above or equivalents meeting SSSC registration; PVG Scheme membership is required; closing date 15th September 2026; overseas criminal record checks may apply