Early Years Practitioner (2 Posts), Glaitness Nursery

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Glaitness Nursery

Early Years Practitioner (2 Posts)

35 hours per week, 50 weeks per year
Temporary up to 28 June 2023
£24,641 - £26,429 / £27,086 - £29,039 pro rata (including Distant Islands Allowance)

We are looking for Early Years Practitioners to join our team in the above Early Learning and Childcare setting.

This is an exciting time for early learning and childcare, and we are looking for enthusiastic people who would enjoy being part of a team to help deliver flexible, high-quality care that meets the needs of children aged 2 to 5 years.

For practitioners on a 50 week contract, hours may be worked at other settings to provide cover during holiday periods. The majority of annual leave should be taken during the school holidays.

To be appointed at G5:
You should have a good general standard of education including literacy and numeracy and a minimum of 2 years work or volunteering experience involving children.

You are also required to achieve an HNC in Early Education and Child Care, SVQ Level 3 (SCQF7) Social Services (Children and Young People) or other recognised qualification that enables registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children) within 3 years of taking up post.

To be appointed at G6:
You are required to hold an HNC in Childhood Practice, SVQ Level 3 (SCQF7) Social Services (Children and Young People) or other recognised qualification that enables registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children). You are also required to have at least one years' experience of working with young children in a dedicated Early Learning and Childcare setting (this may be in a training or student role).

For both appointment grades, you should also be registered with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children) no later than 6 months from commencing in post.

These posts are subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss these posts with Shaun Tulloch, Early Learning and Childcare Manager on 01856 873648 or email shaun.tulloch@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 9 April 2023

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.