Operational Support Officer (Early Years) - Waverley Court - EDN30656

City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operational Support Officer to lead a team focused on inclusion in Early Years education. This role is pivotal in transforming services to align with the vision for inclusion within the City of Edinburgh. The successful candidate will provide guidance and support to Early Learning and Childcare settings, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. The organization values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, making this an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Flexible working arrangements are available, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teams and providing guidance in educational settings.
• Strong communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Early Years Officers in supporting childcare settings.
• Align services with the vision for inclusion and statutory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Behavioral Assessment

Education

Relevant Degree or Qualification

Job description

Job Description

Operational Support Officer - Inclusion for Schools and Early Years
Waverley Court

Salary: £44,257 - £52,373
Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks

This role is part of a transformational change in inclusion within the City of Edinburgh Council, as services are realigned to support the vision for inclusion. The Early Years Operational Support Officer for Inclusion will lead a team of Early Years Officers responsible for providing guidance, support, and professional learning to all Early Learning and Childcare settings within the city, aligning with our vision and statutory requirements under the ASL Act.

This position involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate must join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. If the candidate has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more outside the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to perform at their best. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce with varied values, beliefs, experiences, and backgrounds.

As part of our effort to improve our organizational culture and create a great workplace for the people of Edinburgh, we aim to hire candidates based not only on skills and experience but also on their approach to work.

To support this, we are shifting from a traditional competency-based interview process to a behavioral and technical skills-based approach. This new interview style will help us assess how you think and how you embody Our Behaviours: Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility in your work practices.

More information can be found on Our Behaviours web page: Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the starting salary, with annual increases until it reaches the top of the range.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

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