Job Description
Contribute as part of a team to the provision of a quality early learning and childcare service for children aged 0-8 years and their families. Work in accordance with the principles of the national care standards for early education and childcare, and abide by the Code of Practice for Social Service Workers.
Requirements
The duties involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants will need to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member for Regulated Work with these groups, or if already a member, undergo a PVG Scheme Record Update, before a formal offer of employment is made by East Ayrshire Council.
PVG records are regularly updated. Any relevant information disclosed will be discussed with the applicant prior to employment confirmation.
Responsibilities
We adhere to the national Safer Recruitment guidance. During the application process, you should provide at least two relevant references, including one from your current or most recent employer. The reference from your current or most recent employer must be from an appropriate senior manager and not a peer at the same level.
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The Individual
This is a temporary, full-time, term-time position based at Crosshouse Early Childhood Centre, until 1 December 2025.
The hours are 35 per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, as directed by the line manager.
The annual salary ranges from £31,377 to £33,579. The actual term-time salary is between £26,911 and £28,800.
For further information, contact Hazel Cadwell at hazel.cadwell@east-ayrshire.gov.uk.
East Ayrshire Council promotes diversity and inclusion. Applications from all community members are welcome, including Black and Minority Ethnic people, disabled people, and LGBT individuals. We encourage women to apply for managerial and underrepresented roles. We are a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador.
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