Senior Early Years Practitioner

East Lothian Council; North Berwick; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated early years practitioner to join their dynamic team. This temporary full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a purpose-built Early Years Centre, where you'll play a crucial role in supervising a team of childcare professionals. Your expertise will help create a nurturing environment that supports children's development and learning. If you're passionate about early education and ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families, this role is perfect for you. Apply now to be part of a community committed to excellence in early learning!

Qualifications

• Must have HNC level in Early Education and Childcare or equivalent.
• SSSC registration is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of early learning practitioners.
• Deliver high-quality child-centered services.

Skills

Early Education and Childcare

Knowledge of current practice and legislation

Supervisory skills

Education

HNC in Early Education and Childcare

SNNB/HNC/SVQ3 qualifications in Childcare/Education

Job description

Vacancy Information

Hourly rate of pay: £18.70 - £20.91
This is a 52-week non-sessional post i.e. it will include working during the school holidays.

Temporary full-time post for 12 months.
Days and Hours of Work:

1. Monday, 08:00-18:00
2. Tuesday, 08:00-13:30
3. Wednesday, 08:00-18:00
4. Thursday, 12:00-18:00
5. Friday, 08:00-12:30

To start asap.

Law Primary School is situated in the beautiful coastal town of North Berwick. The new purpose-built Early Years Centre is within the grounds of Law Primary School and opened earlier this year.

Our nursery has a current capacity of up to 80 children per session. We have a strong, dynamic staff who are committed to providing high-quality early learning for our children.

We would consider a secondment for this post, and if applying for the post on a secondment basis, you must seek permission from your line manager.

Job Details

To work as part of and supervise on a day-to-day basis, a team of early learning and childcare practitioners, in delivering a high-quality child-centered service which supports the needs of children and families and enables each child to achieve their potential within a caring, safe, and welcoming environment.

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

Job Requirements

Qualifications
You must be educated to HNC level in Early Education and Childcare or hold SNNB/HNC/SVQ3 qualifications in Childcare/Education or equivalent and be able to evidence additional learning and knowledge of current practice and legislation in relation to Early Learning and Childcare.

Scottish Social Services Council:
SSSC registration is an essential requirement of this role. If you are appointed and are not already a member of the relevant section of the SSSC Register, you will be required to apply for registration within 3 months of your start date to ensure that you are registered within the required 6 months.

PVG/Disclosure Requirements
This post is considered as Regulated Work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.

All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.

Please note:
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outside the UK in the last 5 years, then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.

Additional Information

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www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo

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