ELC Officer (Term-Time, Part-Time) (Fixed Term) (Kilbowie ELC) - WDN06034

Medirest Signature; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Clydebank is looking for an Early Learning Childcare Officer for a part-time, fixed-term position until March 2026. The candidate will work closely with pre-five children, ensuring a safe and stimulating learning environment while implementing the Curriculum of Excellence. Essential qualifications include a relevant early years qualification and registration with the PVG scheme. This position offers considerable benefits, including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Annual leave increasing to 35 days

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in a relevant early learning setting.
• Knowledge of pre-birth to three-year-olds' guidance.
• Registration with the SSSC within 3 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a safe and stimulating nursery environment.
• Implement a relevant curriculum aligned with guidance.
• Plan, record, and evaluate children's activities.

Skills

Experience working with pre-five children

Knowledge of Curriculum of Excellence

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

NNEB or modular equivalent

HNC in Childhood Practice

SVQ2 Social Services (Children and Young People)

SVQ3 in Social Services (Children and Young People)

Job description

Job Description

PAY AWARD PENDING.

This is a fixed-term post until 29/03/2026.

This is a term-time, part-time position; the salary will be pro-rata'd based on hours worked.

Work Pattern: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (1 hour unpaid break).

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Early Learning Childcare Officer for Kilbowie Early Learning and Childcare Centre.

Role Focus: You will work at the Early Level, i.e., P.1 and ELC.

The main duties include contributing to a safe, caring, and stimulating nursery environment; implementing a relevant curriculum aligned with national and local guidance; planning, recording, and evaluating activities; maintaining children's assessment records; and promoting parental participation.

Applicants must have experience working with pre-five children in a relevant setting, with knowledge of the Curriculum of Excellence (early level) and pre-birth to three-year-old guidance. Flexibility and adaptability are essential qualities.

Qualifications required are NNEB (or modular equivalent), HNC in Childhood Practice, SVQ2 Social Services (Children and Young People), or SVQ3 in Social Services (Children and Young People). If not already registered with SSSC, successful candidates will need to register within 3 months of appointment.

Requirements

This is a regulated role under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020; membership in the PVG scheme is mandatory. Further details are available here.

Preferred applicants will be required to join or update their PVG scheme membership before a formal offer is made.

Responsibilities

The employment is excepted from section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants must disclose all convictions, including spent ones; failure to do so may result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

The Individual

West Dunbartonshire Council is recognized as one of the top ten flexible employers, offering support for work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with at least 19.3% employer contribution
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days with tenure, plus 8 public holidays
• Employee wellbeing support, including occupational health and counseling services

We encourage you to apply and share your experience and why you are suitable for this role.

For more about West Dunbartonshire Council, visit here. Additional benefits information is available here.