Early Years Practitioner – East Lothian Council
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Hours & Salary
* Hourly rate of pay: £17.72 - £19.19
* Temporary post until June 2026
* Position: 39‑week sessional post (school term time plus in‑service days)
* Working days and hours:
o Wednesday 08:15‑15:15
o Thursday 08:45‑15:45
o Friday 08:30‑12:45
School Overview
Athelstaneford Primary is a small, rural school situated in the heart of the community. The school offers a nursery with 1140 hours a year, up to 20 children per session, and 3 classes in the main school accommodating 52 children. It has a central learning area, playground, and access to a village hall, large park, local woodlands and allotments.
The school’s vision is “learning together and having fun to be the best we can be”, and its values of kindness, perseverance, co‑operation and respect shape its ethos.
Role Overview
To work as an effective member of an early years team delivering a high‑quality child‑centred service that meets the needs of children and their families.
Responsibilities
* Support the learning cycle and ensure it is implemented consistently across the nursery.
* Model the school’s values each day and contribute to the team’s continuous improvement.
* Collaborate with a senior early years practitioner, two other practitioners and an early years support worker.
* Facilitate, observe and track learning and develop the outdoor space.
* Deliver consistent, effective approaches to early years education.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Educated to HNC level in Early Education and Childcare or hold SNNB/HNC/SVQ3 qualifications in Childcare/Education or equivalent.
* Evidence of additional learning and knowledge of current practice and legislation in early learning and childcare.
* SSSC registration is an essential requirement. Registration must be obtained within 6 months of appointment if not already held.
* PVG Scheme membership (or update) required for regulated work with vulnerable children and protected adults.
* Must provide an overseas criminal record check if living or working outside the UK in the last 5 years for >3 months.
Additional Information
For further East Lothian Council employment details, please visit East Lothian Council Non‑Teaching Information.
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