Early Years Practitioner - St Boswells Primary School - SBO09679. Job in Melrose Education & Tr[...]

Scottish Borders Council; Melrose; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Scotland seeks an enthusiastic EY practitioner for St Boswells Primary School's ELC setting. The role involves providing lunch cover and supporting young learners' essential skills development. Required qualifications include HNC in Childhood Practice or equivalent. This temporary position offers an hourly rate of £16.34 - £17.65 and is committed to diversity and supporting veterans. Applicants must register with the SSSC within 3 months of appointment.

Qualifications

• At least one relevant qualification is required.
• Successful applicants must register with the SSSC within 3 months.
• Candidates with disabilities will be guaranteed an interview if they meet criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide lunch cover at St Boswells Primary School.
• Support young learners in developing essential skills.
• Work as an essential part of the team.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Child development support

Education

HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education

SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7 / SVQ 3 Children's Care, Learning & Development

SNNEB/NNEB with CPD evidence

Job description

Job Details

Grade: 6C

Hourly Rate: £16.34 - £17.65

Salary: £2944.93 - £3180.94 per annum

Contract Duration: temporary until 21 February 2027 or earlier return of post holder

Hours: 4 hours

Please note: Closing date is 4 January 2026 with interviews being held on the 20 January 2026

Role Purpose

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed EY practitioner to join our team at St Boswells Primary School in our ELC setting. You will be an essential part of the team, providing lunch cover, supporting our youngest learners to develop essential skills for life.

Essential

At least one of the following qualifications:

• HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education
• SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7 / SVQ 3 Children's Care, Learning & Development
• Applicants with an SNNEB/NNEB may be considered where they can evidence a record of on-going CPD during the past 5 years
• All successful applicants for early learning and childcare posts will be required to be registered 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 Caroline Hardie at caroline.hardie@.

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.