ELC Practitioner, Greenrigg Primary School (ELC), 510.04 - WEL10926

West Lothian Council; Chester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lothian Council is seeking an enthusiastic and committed ELC Practitioner to support positive outcomes for children at Greenrigg Primary School Nursery Class. The role involves helping to create a high-quality learning environment that nurtures curiosity and independent learning, across a 36-hour week on a fixed-term contract until 15 August 2027.

The post requires HNC/SVQ3 in Early Education and Childcare or equivalent, SSSC registration within six months, and PVG scheme checks.

Qualifications

• Must be educated to HNC/SVQ3 level in Early Education and Childcare or provide equivalent qualifications.
• Registration with the SSSC required within six months of commencement.
• PVG Scheme check required prior to employment; cost met by candidate.
• Post is Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults under the PVG (Scotland) Act 2007.

Responsibilities

• Support positive outcomes for children by helping to create a high-quality learning environment.
• Contribute to meaningful interactions, foster curiosity, and encourage creativity, challenge and independent learning.
• Work a 36-hour week with a shift pattern as specified in the job advert.

Education

HNC/SVQ3 in Early Education and Childcare

Job description

Job Advert

36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 15 August 2027

West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels.

Interviews will be held at Greenrigg Primary School W/C 30/11/2026

Greenrigg Primary School Nursery Class is seeking an enthusiastic and committed ELC Practitioner who shares our vision and values and is eager to contribute as part of our dedicated team. The successful candidate will support positive outcomes for all children by helping to create a high-quality learning environment that nurtures meaningful interactions, inspires curiosity, and encourages creativity, challenge and independent learning

This is a 36 hour, 52.14-week, fixed term contract in our ELC setting. Please note you will be required to work on a shift pattern Monday - Thursday between the hours of 7.45am and 6.15pm and Fridays between the hours of 7.45am and 12.45pm including during school holidays when our ELC setting will remain open.

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.

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.

The post-holder must be educated to HNC/SVQ3 level in Early Education and Childcare or provide equivalent qualifications.

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 Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment and the cost will be met by the candidate.

The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18. The £59 cost (where appropriate) will be deducted from your salary over a 1 or 3-month period by repayment schedule. If your employment concludes before the amount is re-paid in full, the outstanding balance will be deducted from your final salary.

For more information please contact Taylor Anne Kelly, ELC Area Support Manager, e-mail: tayloranne.kelly@