Vacancy Information
Hourly rate of pay: £17.04 - £18.45
This is a 52-week non-sessional post, including working during school holidays.
Temporary until 7th August 2026.
Days and Hours of Work:
* Monday & Tuesday, 08:00-18:00
* Wednesday, 12:30-18:00
* Thursday, 08:00-14:00
* Friday, 08:00-12:30
Start date: ASAP.
Our nursery operates a 48-week model, open from 8.15am to 5.45pm. Children attend two days a week (plus alternate Fridays) to access their entitlement to the Scottish Government funded 1140hrs of free Early Learning and Childcare. Our Early Years Practitioners are motivated and enthusiastic, led by two Senior Early Years Practitioners and supported by the Depute and Head Teacher. Experience and knowledge of 1140h provision is advantageous.
Letham Mains Primary School, East Lothian's newest primary school, opened in February 2021, with a growing roll. The nursery is bright, spacious, and offers outdoor play opportunities.
Job Details
To work effectively as part of an early years team delivering a high-quality, child-centred service meeting the needs of children and families.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for detailed tasks and duties. Refer to these when completing your application. Ensure you meet all 'essential' criteria to be considered for interview.
The 'East Lothian Way' outlines the values and behaviours expected from employees. You may be asked about these in an interview. Please review the document via the provided link.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications: Educated to HNC level in Early Education and Childcare, or hold SNNB/HNC/SVQ3 qualifications in Childcare/Education or equivalent, with evidence of ongoing learning and current practice knowledge.
SSSC registration: Mandatory. If not already registered, you must apply within 3 months of starting, to be registered within 6 months.
PVG Membership: This role involves working with vulnerable children and/or adults, requiring PVG Scheme membership or update before employment begins. Records are regularly updated, and disclosures are discussed and investigated prior to formal offers.
Overseas Criminal Record Check: If you have lived or worked outside the UK for over 3 months in the last 5 years, provide a recent overseas criminal record check. Details are available on GOV.UK.
Additional Information
For more East Lothian Council employment info, visit: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
Details on all East Lothian schools can be found at: Primary and Secondary Schools.
For application assistance, contact the MyJobScotland support team: https://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/contact-us.
For further vacancy info, call 01620 827868 or email recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk.
Note: We do not accept CVs. All applications must be completed via the online form. If unable to apply online, contact us for a paper application.
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