ELC Practitioner, Croftmalloch Primary School, 495.17 - WEL09447. Job in Bathgate Education & T[...]

West Lothian Council; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority in Bathgate is seeking a motivated ELC Practitioner to join the nursery team. The successful candidate will provide quality learning experiences for children aged between two and five, requiring sound knowledge of early level play and development. Candidates must have relevant early years qualifications and be committed to high-quality interactions. This position is fixed term until April 13, 2026.

Qualifications

• You must hold relevant early years qualifications.
• Registration with the SSSC is required within six months.
• Experience in a nursery setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a nursery team to provide quality learning experiences.
• Plan, evaluate, and report on children's progress.
• Collaborate with parents and partners for children’s well-being.

Skills

Sound knowledge of child development

Ability to provide high quality interactions

Commitment to early level play

Education

Scottish Nursery Nurse Examination Board Certificate

National Nursery Examination Board Certificate

Higher National Certificate (HNC) - Early Years Education and Childcare

Higher National Diploma (HND) - Early Years Education and Childcare

Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 3 - Early Years Care and Education

Job description

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18 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 13 April 2026

Shift Rota on a Monday and Tuesday between the hours 7.45- 6.20pm and every second Friday 7.45-12.45

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

Croftmalloch is situated within the village of Whitburn and serves the local area. The setting consists of am, pm and full day learners aged between two and five. The ELC provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor , garden and forest area. The setting is open 50 weeks per year, and staff work flexibly on a rota across the Opening hours.

Croftmalloch ELC are seeking to appoint a highly motivated practitioner to join our Nursery team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

Croftmalloch Primary School is seeking to appoint a nurturing and motivated ELC Practitioner to April 13 th 2026

The successful candidate will bring a sound knowledge of early level play and development as well as a commitment to providing high quality learning experiences and interactions whilst effectively working as part of our nursery team to plan, evaluate and report on children's progress. They will work in partnership with our parents and partners to ensure we are getting it right for all of our learners.

Essential Qualifications

You must hold one of the following to apply:

• Scottish Nursery Nurse Examination Board Certificate (SNNEB)
• National Nursery Examination Board Certificate (NNEB)
• Higher National Certificate (HNC) - Early Years Education and Childcare (SCQF Level 7)
• Higher National Diploma (HND) - Early Years Education and Childcare (SCQF Level 9)
• Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 3 - Early Years Care and Education (SCQF Level 7)
• Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 3 - Child Care and Education (SCQF Level 7)
• Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 3 - Children's Care, Learning and Development - (SCQF Level 7)
• Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 3 - Social Services (Children and Young People) (SCQF Level 7)

Requirements

This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) 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 a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council

For further information please contact Lynsey Mann, ELC Area Support Manager , lynseymann@