Early Years Practitioner — Nurture 2s-5s in a Dynamic Team

The City of Edinburgh Council; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Edinburgh is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their team at Frogston Early Learning Centre. The successful applicant will be responsible for fostering a high-quality learning environment for young children, working daily from 8 AM to 6 PM on a rota basis. Qualifications include HNC in Childcare and Education, SVQ Level 3, and registration with SSSC. The role emphasizes teamwork and communication, alongside maintaining child development records and awareness of safety policies.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Ability to work across a multidisciplinary team.
• Registered with SSSC as a Practitioner in the Day Care of Children.
• Awareness of Health & Safety and Child Protection policies.

Responsibilities

• Work with children in a nursery and/or primary setting.
• Produce and maintain accurate records of child development.
• Promote equality and understanding of diversity issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Child development awareness

Education

HNC in Childcare and Education

SVQ Level 3

Social Services SCQF Level 7

Job description

A local authority in Edinburgh is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their team at Frogston Early Learning Centre. The successful applicant will be responsible for fostering a high-quality learning environment for young children, working daily from 8 AM to 6 PM on a rota basis. Qualifications include HNC in Childcare and Education, SVQ Level 3, and registration with SSSC. The role emphasizes teamwork and communication, alongside maintaining child development records and awareness of safety policies.