Early Years Practitioner

First Step is a community based, locally managed project in Musselburgh. Our aim is to provide opportunities for families with young children to make positive choices and to encourage parents and children to develop their skills, confidence and self-esteem. We provide a range of services for families with children under 8, including early learning & childcare, a family support service and a varied programme of groups and classes.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Practitioner to join our developing, innovative team funded until March 2025 by Garfield Weston with a commitment to secure continued funding.

Working within an established Early Years Team the post holder will support in delivering the best possible early learning and childcare for our 3-5 aged children and families in the local community. The successful candidate will need to support the vision, mission and values of First Step Community Project.

Excellent knowledge of Early Years frameworks, legislation and guidance as well as planning and tracking children’s progress is essential. You must be prepared and eligible to register as a Practitioner with SSSC and be able to demonstrate past early years’ experience.

The post is subject to membership of the PVG scheme, SSSC Registration and satisfactory references.

In return we offer:

• A Competitive Salary
• Enrolment in Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• CPL Opportunities

If you would like to join our team at First Step you will find the application pack in the files below. Completed applications should be submitted to Jennifer Mitchell, Early Years Manager earlyyears@firststepmusselburgh.co.uk

Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 7th October

Interviews will be held online or in person week beginning Monday 7th October.

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