An exciting opportunity has become available to join Stirling Council s Early Years team as an Early Childhood Educator Modern Apprentice (if you are 20 years old or older). You will work as a member of a team, supporting the delivery of a broad and balanced early year s curriculum within a caring, safe, and welcoming environment, to enable each child to achieve their potential. You will contribute to the creation of a positive ethos to support the development of children s self-esteem and personal identity in a climate of trust and praise. You will learn about the importance of working with parents and carers, and with other agencies, to promote the welfare and development of every child. You will have 3 National 5 S (or equivalent) including English, be aged 20+ and be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm this role and a commitment to learn. If you have an HNC in Early Years Education and Childcare (or equivalent) you need not apply. The successful candidate will be required to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service) Pro-rated for part time roles. Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements where the role allows. We have a good balance across our teams, retaining the benefits to work/life balance of working from home part of the week, with the collaborative and social benefits of working from the office 2-3 days per week Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave Access to Health & Wellbeing support Cycle to Work Scheme Lift share Scheme Car Lease Scheme Technology Benefit Scheme