Early Years Support Assistant Trainee - DGA12060

Ktpws; Auchtralure; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery is seeking an Early Years Support Assistant Trainee to work part-time, providing a nurturing environment for pre-school aged children. This fixed-term position offers the opportunity for work-based training towards SCQF Level 6/7 qualifications, with a focus on creating engaging learning experiences. Candidates should be motivated and child-centred, committed to making a positive impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Access to Vivup platform with discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Support from Wellbeing Champions

Qualifications

• Candidates must register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for SVQ qualification.
• Work-based training to achieve SCQF Level 6/7 is required.

Responsibilities

• Support young children and their families in an Early Learning and Childcare environment.
• Deliver stimulating learning experiences and promote independence.

Skills

Nurturing

Creativity

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Education

SCQF Level 6/7

Job description

Job Title: Early Years Support Assistant Trainee (Fixed Term)

Location: Belmont Primary School, Galloway Avenue, DG9 7BH

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

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 31 hours per week

Advert

Belmont nursery is seeking an Early Years Support Assistant Trainee. This role involves working 31 hours per week over 39 weeks per year. The position is fixed term until 18/08/2026 and may be suitable for secondment with prior approval from your line manager. The working pattern will be discussed at interview.

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

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

As part of the Early Learning and Childcare team, you will make a meaningful difference in children’s lives by nurturing and delivering stimulating learning experiences, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, negotiation, and relationship-building. Training will be provided as you work towards becoming an Early Years Support Assistant Trainee.

Candidates will undertake work-based training to achieve an SCQF Level 6/7 and must register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) to obtain the SVQ qualification.

This role is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join or update their PVG Scheme membership prior to a formal offer of employment.

Applicants with residency outside the UK within the last 5 years will need to provide a police record check from the relevant authorities in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check.

Benefits include access to the Vivup platform with discounts, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and support from Wellbeing Champions.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

For further information, please contact: Karen Newell, Nursery Manager at [e-mail]