Job Vacancy
KNOWLEDGE
Post holder must hold at least a practitioner level qualification, HNC Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 7; or SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF 7, or equivalent qualifications meeting the SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) registration requirements, e.g.:
* SVQ 3 Child Care and Education
* SVQ 3 Early Years Care and Education
* SVQ Children's Care Learning and Development SCQF 7
* HNC Childcare and Education
* HNC Working with Children in Early Years
* HNC Early Education and Childcare (SCQF Level 7)
Qualifications previously recognized for SNNEB/NNEB registration may also be acceptable. An up-to-date first aid certificate is required.
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 11th May 2025
INTERVIEW DATE: Week beginning 12th May 2025
Job Advert
Position Title: Early Years Practitioner X2
Directorate: Children, Young People and Partnerships
Location: Mount Esk Nursery School
Contract Status: Permanent
Hours of Work: 36 hours per week
Weeks per year: 39
Please note that it is Midlothian Council's policy that successful applicants are appointed to the first point on the salary scale. The minimum actual salary for this position, based on 36 hours over 39 weeks, is £26,080.51 per annum.
Requirements
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. You will need to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before employment, with the cost covered by you. For more information, visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying or accessing documents, or require reasonable adjustments due to disability, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk with the post reference number. Midlothian Council is undergoing transformation; some internal candidates may be prioritized for interviews, which could delay the process. Trainees, candidates with disabilities, or care-experienced young people who meet the criteria are eligible for a guaranteed interview.
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