Senior Early Years Officer

The City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council seeks a Senior Early Years Officer for Craigmillar Early Years Centre on a fixed-term contract until March 2026. The role involves overseeing early years practices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering an inclusive environment. Candidates must be prepared for regulatory checks related to working with children.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in early years settings.
• Ability to join PVG Scheme or undergo PVG Scheme update check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support staff in early years settings.
• Ensure compliance with child safety regulations.
• Contribute to the development of child-centered practices.

Skills

Respect

Integrity

Flexibility

Job description

Senior Early Years Officer - fixed term until 27/03/2026

Location

Craigmillar Early Years Centre

Salary and Hours

Salary: £37,626 - £44,257 (pro rata for part time)

Hours: 18 per week

Regulatory Requirements

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to 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. The employment offer is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.

Organisational Culture and Interview Process

We aim to improve our organisational culture and create a great workplace for Edinburgh's people. We are shifting from a competency-based to a behavioural and technical interview approach to better assess how candidates embody our core Our Behaviours: Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility.

Inclusivity and Diversity

We are committed to a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and able to excel. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce, encompassing different values, beliefs, experiences, and backgrounds. More information can be found on Our Behaviours.

Additional Information

Salary ranges typically reflect the starting salary and annual increases until the top of the range are reached.

We are happy to discuss flexible working options.

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Further Details

• Senior Early Years Officer Job Pack
• Application Link