Early Years Support Assistant - DGA13826

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Gretna; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vivup platform discounts

Local Government Pension Scheme (Scot)

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council’s Gretna Primary Nursery seeks an Early Years Support Assistant on a fixed-term basis until July 2027. The role is 22.5 hours per week across 39 weeks per year, with salary Band 5 (£15,577.73 – £16,541.10).

The post requires SCQF Level 6 in Social Services, Children & Young People and SSSC registration. You will work with a dedicated team to support children aged 2-5, contribute to curriculum development, and engage with families while following school policies and

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in early years or childcare settings.
• Ability to work collegially with school staff, agencies and parents.
• Commitment to safeguarding and PVG compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development in the nursery and assist with curriculum delivery.
• Collaborate with staff to plan activities and assess pupil progress.
• Engage with parents and carers to support children's needs and development.
• Ensure PVG scheme compliance and SSSC registration within the required timeframe.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Parent communication

Education

SCQF Level 6 in Social Services, Children & Young People

Job description

Job Description

Early Years Support Assistant (Fixed Term)

Gretna Primary School Nursery

Band 5 £15,577.73 - £16,541.10

Gretna Primary Nursery is seeking an Early Years Support Assistant. You will be required to work 22.5 hours per week up to July 2027, 39 weeks per year, work pattern to be discussed at interview.

This post may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post.

Gretna Primary Nursery setting caters for children aged 2-5 years old. We strive to provide an enriching, nurturing environment both indoors and out to help promote children's independence and curiosity.

Educated to SCQF level 6 in Social Services, Children & Young

People or equivalent. We require someone who can adapt quickly to fulfilling the educational and social needs of pupils in our Nursery and who will play an active role in our staff team.The successful candidate will display the appropriate professional skills and abilities, knowledge and understanding.We require someone who can participate in implementation of the development of the curriculum within our nursery class following the appropriate school policies on learning including pupil assessment.You must be able to work in a collegiate way with staff in school, with colleagues in other establishments and agencies, consulting regularly with parents and carers

You must hold a relevant qualification that enables you to register with Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) as Support Worked in Day Care of Children's Services. All successful applicants for early education and childcare posts will be required to register with the SSSC. More information can be found at Help with Register parts, fees and qualifications | Scottish Social Services Council

SSSC registration or agreement to register within 3 months from the date of appointment to this post is essential.

Dumfries and Galloway Council's Nursery settings may operate between the hours of 8.00am - 6.00pm and employee working patterns will be required to meet the needs of the service.

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

Requirements

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact: Emma Mechan, Nursery Manager

Tel: [phone] or email: [e-mail]