Part-Time Early Years Assistant — Term-Time, Flexible Hours

West Dunbartonshire Council; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 5,400 - 7,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

25 days annual leave

8 fixed public holidays

Wellbeing support

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking a part-time Early Years Assistant to support children aged 0–5 in a nursery/early years setting. The role is fixed-term until 09/05/2027 and pro-rata to hours worked.

The post requires PVG scheme eligibility, reliability, and flexible availability (10:50am–2:00pm Mon–Thu, 10:50am–2:10pm Fri). Salary reflects term-time pro-rata arrangements with LGPS benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children (0–5) in nurseries, preschools, or early years settings.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch periods to ensure safety and positive interactions.
• Carry out laundry duties and maintain clean linens, uniforms, or materials used in care/education.
• Collaborate with the Early Years team to support daily routines and a nurturing environment.

Skills

Experience with children 0-5

Organised

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Flexible hours

Job description

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking a part-time Early Years Assistant to support children aged 0–5 in a nursery/early years setting. The role is fixed-term until 09/05/2027 and pro-rata to hours worked.

The post requires PVG scheme eligibility, reliability, and flexible availability (10:50am–2:00pm Mon–Thu, 10:50am–2:10pm Fri). Salary reflects term-time pro-rata arrangements with LGPS benefits.