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Early Years Practitioner - Lauder Primary School - SBO08935

Scottish Borders Council

Lauder

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 31,000

Part time

10 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to contribute to the childcare and education of young children in a Nursery class. This role involves engaging with children and supporting their development in a nurturing environment. The position is part-time and term-time only, offering a flexible work schedule that aligns with school terms. The successful candidate will be required to hold specific qualifications in childcare and will need to register with the relevant social services council post-appointment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while working within a supportive team.

Qualifications

  • Must be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months.
  • Experience in childcare and education is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to all aspects of childcare in the Nursery class.
  • Take an active part in other appropriate duties as required.

Education

HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education
SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7
SVQ 3 Children's Care, Learning & Development
SNNEB/NNEB with ongoing CPD

Job description

Job Details

Grade: 6C

Hourly Rate: £15.72 - £16.98

Salary: £28689.33 - £30988.83 pro rata per annum (Term Time Only)

Contract Duration: Temporary until 20/04/2026 or earlier return of post holder

Hours: 17.5

This job has been re-advertised and now closes on 17th April 2025.

Please note that the annual salary advertised is for a full-time role, based on 35.00/37.00 hours per week. If the position you are applying for is part time or you are only going to be working part of the year, i.e., a term time contract for 38 or 39 weeks per year, the annual salary will be paid on a pro-rata basis including a number of additional weeks for annual leave entitlement when the position is term time.

Recruitment Profile

You will contribute to all aspects of childcare and education in the Nursery class and take an active part in other appropriate duties as required.

Essential Qualifications
  1. At least one of the following qualifications:
  2. HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare & Education
  3. SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7 / SVQ 3 Children's Care, Learning & Development
  4. Applicants with an SNNEB/NNEB may be considered where they can evidence a record of on-going CPD during the past 5 years.

All successful applicants for early learning and childcare posts will be required to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of appointment and maintain registration throughout the period of employment.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Louisa Scully by telephone on 01578 722346 or by email at Louisa.Scully@scotborders.gov.uk.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

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