ELC Practitioner, Carmondean Primary School, 498.18

Job advert

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

West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels

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.

Carmondean Early Learning Centre (ELC) is seeking to appoint a highly motivated ELC Practitioner to join the team in the nursery.

The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences.

Carmondean ELC is situated in the Deans area of Livingston and serves the local community. We are a 50 week setting and provide a mixture of full day and half day places and staff work flexibly across the opening hours. As a member of the ELC team you will work to support the provision of a high-quality learning environment for all children promoting challenge, curiosity and creativity. The building provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor garden area.

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

For further information please contact Lynsey McQuade, ELC Area Manager e-mail: lynsey.mcquade@westlothian.org.uk