Job Vacancy
ESSENTIAL
Post holder must hold at least a practitioner level qualification, HNC Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 7; or SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF 7 or equivalents that meet the requirements for SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) registration, e.g.:
1. SVQ 3 Child Care and Education
2. SVQ 3 Early Years Care and Education
3. SVQ Children's Care Learning and Development SCQF 7
4. HNC Childcare and Education
5. HNC Working with Children in Early Years
6. HNC Early Education and Childcare (at SCQF level 7)
Qualifications previously recognized for SNNEB/NNEB registration may also be acceptable. An up-to-date first aid certificate is required.
Closing Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Job Advert
Position Title: Early Years Practitioner
Directorate: Children, Young People & Partnerships
Location: Scots Corner ELC
Contract Status: Fixed Term till 31 August 2025
Hours of Work: 27 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday 07:15-16:45, Tuesday 08:15-17:45, Wednesday 08:15-17:45
Weeks per year: 52
Please note that it is Midlothian Council's policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 27 hours over 52 weeks, the minimum actual salary is £22,682.64 per annum.
Requirements
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children.
Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. You will need to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to employment, with the cost borne by you. For more info, visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying or accessing documents, or need reasonable adjustments due to disability, please email the Recruitment Team with the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is undergoing transformation to improve service delivery. Existing employees may be considered for suitable alternative employment, which might lead to longer application processing times. Thank you for your patience.
If you are a trainee in a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria.
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