Child Development Officer - Woodside Nursery (Temporary)
- Location:
- Woodside Nursery School, 445 St Georges Road, Glasgow, G3 6JX
- Salary:
- £27,158.48 - £31,017.05 per year pro rata
- Contract Type:
- Temporary
- Position Type:
- Part Time
- Hours:
- 17.5 hours per week
Job Description
Glasgow City Council is currently recruiting a full-time Child Development Officer to support the delivery of high-quality early learning and childcare within Woodside Nursery.
Child Development Officers have responsibility for the learning and development of our youngest learners through the planning, preparation and delivery of stimulating learning experiences in line with Curriculum for Excellence and national practice guidance.
You will provide support and care whilst promoting the development of independence, competence and confidence in our youngest learners. In addition, you will be required to effectively engage with families and education, health and social care professionals, as and when required.
Applicants must possess a relevant qualification such as the HNC Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 7 (formerly HNC Early Education and Childcare) , SVQ Social Services Children and Young People at SCQF Level 7, National Nursery Examination Board certificate (NNEB), or equivalent, as required by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for registration as a practitioner in the day care of children's services.
This position is subject to membership of the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Checks.
This post is temporary for a period up to 12 months.
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