Job Description
Job Advert
36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 9 August 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified practitioner to undertake the role of ELC Practitioner as part of a dynamic team within St Nicholas Primary School ELC.
You will work as a member of the early learning and childcare (ELC) team, to actively support a high-quality learning environment for all children within an ELC setting. Effectively use positive behaviour strategies with all children in partnership with staff, parents, carers and other appropriate professionals.
West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.
We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.
For further information please contact Maureen McGillvray, ELC Area Manager e-mail: Maureen.mcgillvray@westlothian.org.uk