Term-Time Early Years Assistant - Flexible Hours

The City of Edinburgh Council; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Assistant for Fox Covert Early Years Centre in Edinburgh. This fixed-term post runs until 31 December 2026. The role is 17 hours per week across 39 weeks, with a pro-rata salary of £26,806–£27,032.

Training, PVG checks and SSSC registration support are included. Although no formal qualification is required, candidates should have a good basic education and be literate and numerate.

Qualifications

• Proven literacy and numeracy skills.
• Must apply for SSSC registration within 3 months of offer.
• Must gain SVQ2/SCQF Level 6 within 3 years.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Education

SVQ2/SCQF Level 6

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Assistant for Fox Covert Early Years Centre in Edinburgh. This fixed-term post runs until 31 December 2026. The role is 17 hours per week across 39 weeks, with a pro-rata salary of £26,806–£27,032.

Training, PVG checks and SSSC registration support are included. Although no formal qualification is required, candidates should have a good basic education and be literate and numerate.