Vacancy Information
The salary advertised is for a full-time position (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). Part-time hours or sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.
Hourly rate of pay: £12.96 - £13.78.
This is a 38-week sessional post, working during school term time only.
Days and hours of work:
Wednesday, 11:30-14:00
Thursday, 11:00-14:00
Friday, 08:30-12:30
Start date: as soon as possible.
Job Details
Support early years staff by contributing to a warm, friendly, safe, and caring environment for children aged 2-5 years.
Note: Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job attachments') for detailed tasks and duties. You must refer to these to complete the application form and ensure you meet all 'essential' criteria for consideration.
The East Lothian Way
Our values and behaviours expected of employees. If invited to interview, you may be asked questions related to these. Please review the document via the provided link.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Education: Good general education standard.
Must hold an SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 6 or an equivalent SSSC-recognised qualification. If not obtained yet, commit to achieving it within the required timeframe.
First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain it.
Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or willingness to obtain it.
SSSC registration or agreement to register within 6 months of appointment.
PVG Membership
This role is a Regulated Role involving vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as per the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.
All preferred candidates will need PVG Scheme membership or updates prior to formal employment offers. Records are regularly updated; disclosures will be discussed and investigated before employment confirmation.
Note: If you have spent over 3 months outside the UK in the last 5 years, provide an overseas criminal record check. Details are available on the GOV.UK website.
Additional Information
For more East Lothian Council employment info, visit: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
Details on East Lothian Council schools can be found here: Primary and Secondary Schools
For application support, contact the MyJobScotland support team via this link.
For vacancy inquiries, call 01620 827868 or email recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk.
Note: CVs are not accepted. Applications must be completed via the online form. If unable to apply online due to disability, contact us for a paper application.
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