Early Years Officer, Armadale Primary School, 498.76

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36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, fixed term until 09 August 2026

Interviews will be held in person on Tuesday 9^th December 2025

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

Armadale Primary School is a non-denominational school serving the community of Armadale, West Lothian. The school accommodates mainstream classes and an early learning and childcare (ELC)setting.  The school/ELC work very closely in partnership with parents/carers and the wider community and has a very active and effective Parent Council that helps to enhance the experiences of the children and raise funds for a range of additional resources.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified practitioner to undertake the role of Early Years Officer leading the team within the ELC. You will lead the ELC team, to actively support a high-quality learning environment for all children within an ELC setting. Effectively use positive behaviour strategies with all children in partnership with staff, parents, carers and other appropriate professionals.  The setting is open 50 weeks per year and staff require to work flexibly across the opening hours.  Candidates ideally working towards a relevant degree qualification.

This position requires registration with the SSSC.  The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC.  SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date.  If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. From 28 February 2011 preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council

Should you require any further information please contact Elizabeth Notman, ELC Area Support Manager elizabeth.notman@westlothian.org.uk