Early Years Practitioner - St Margaret's Primary School - SBO09681

Scottish Borders Council; Castle Douglas; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is seeking an Early Years Practitioner for St Margaret's RC Primary School to support childcare and education activities in the ELC setting. The role involves contributing to various childcare duties and requires specific qualifications such as HNC in Childhood Practice or SVQ in Social Services. Successful candidates must register with the Scottish Social Services Council and can expect a permanent contract with part-time hours and a competitive salary range. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcomed.

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years Practitioner with relevant HNC or SVQ.
• Must register with the Scottish Social Services Council within three months.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD within the past five years required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all aspects of childcare and education in the ELC.
• Participate in other appropriate duties as required.

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 ongoing CPD record

Job description

Job Details

Grade: 6C

Hours: 16 per week

Hourly Rate: £16.34 - £17.65

Salary: £5966.36 - £6444.51 per annum

Contract Duration: Permanent

Closing Date: 4th January 2026 (extended)

Role Purpose

St Margaret's RC Primary School are looking for an Early Years Practitioner to contribute to all aspects of childcare and education in the ELC setting and take an active part in other appropriate duties as required.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements

• 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 ongoing CPD during the past five years.
• All successful applicants must be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within three months of appointment and maintain registration throughout employment.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Nicola McLeod by telephone or via email at [contact details].

EEO Statement

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.