Early Years Support Assistant Trainee

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking an Early Years Support Assistant Trainee for Lockerbie nursery. This part-time, fixed-term role involves working with pre-school children, providing enriching experiences and training towards SCQF Level 6/7. Candidates must be motivated and child-centered, with a commitment to support vulnerable children.

Benefits

Access to Vivup platform with discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Wellbeing Champions guidance

Qualifications

• Candidates must undertake work-based training to achieve SCQF Level 6/7.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required.
• Preferred candidates must join the PVG Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Support young children and their families in an Early Learning and Childcare setting.
• Deliver stimulating learning experiences and encourage children's independence.
• Nurture children indoors and outdoors.

Skills

Child-centered approach

Creativity

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Education

SCQF Level 6/7

Job description

Location: Lockerbie Academy Primary School, Glasgow Road, DG11 2AT

Salary: £18,539.89 - £19,476.15 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 31 hours per week

Advert

Early Years Support Assistant Trainee (Fixed Term)

Lockerbie Primary School

Salary: £18,539.89 - £19,476.15

Lockerbie nursery is seeking an Early Years Support Assistant Trainee. The role involves working 31 hours per week over 39 weeks per year. This fixed-term position is valid until 18/08/2026 and may be suitable for secondment. Applicants must seek agreement from their line manager before applying.

The working pattern will be discussed at interview.

Lockerbie nursery caters for pre-school children, providing an enriching and nurturing environment both indoors and outdoors to promote independence and curiosity.

This is an exciting opportunity to train and work in Early Learning and Childcare. Dumfries and Galloway Council is looking for motivated, child-centered individuals to support young children and their families in this expanding sector.

As a Dumfries and Galloway Council employee, you will be part of the Early Learning and Childcare team, making a positive impact on children's lives. You will nurture children indoors and outdoors, deliver stimulating learning experiences, encourage creativity, problem-solving, negotiation, and relationship-building. Training will be provided as you work as an Early Years Support Assistant Trainee.

Candidates will be expected to undertake work-based training to achieve an SCQF Level 6/7. Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required, with conditions to obtain an SVQ qualification.

This role is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will need to join the PVG Scheme or complete a PVG scheme update check before a formal job offer is made.

Applicants who have resided outside the UK within the last 5 years must provide a police record check from the relevant authorities in their country of residence, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check.

Employees benefit from a comprehensive package, including access to the Vivup platform with discounts on everyday essentials, local business discounts, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and Wellbeing Champions guidance.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, valuing different perspectives and experiences. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

For further information, contact: Michelle Hamer, Nursery Manager, via email: [e-mail]