Senior Early Childhood Practitioner, Abernethy Primary School

Job Description

Senior Early Childhood Practitioner - PKC11346
£26,872 - £29,598 (36 Hours per week, Term-time only)
Abernethy Primary School

As Senior Early Childhood Practitioner (SECP) you will be motivated, energetic and child-centred in your approach to supporting the work of Abernethy nursery class.

As SECP you will have a lead role in supporting the team as they deliver a high quality play and learning experience to our youngest learners.

You will work alongside the School Leadership Team to ensure our nursery offers the best experiences and outcomes for our young learners and their families. This will include leading by example, supporting your colleagues, learning with and from others around you, supporting the play and learning in the nursery on a day-to-day basis.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively with staff, parents/carers and young people.

Experience in a busy nursery environment is essential and a previous leadership role in nursery would be beneficial.

You will be a team-player, with excellent social skills, which are essential to fit in with our happy nursery team.

You must have SNNB/HNC/SVQ 3 in Childcare/Education or equivalent and be able to evidence additional studies e.g. PDA or modules from a relevant degree and have a commitment to work towards a qualification to allow registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Lead Practitioner i.e BA Childhood Practice within SSSC timescales.

If you are enthusiastic, a good role model and ready to give of your best, then please do apply.

The Individual

If you would like any more information regarding this vacancy, please contact Fiona Whittet, Head Teacher on 01738 472676.

When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer.

Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss.

As part of our safer recruitment measures, Perth & Kinross Council carries out rigorous checks on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, employment history, including references, and fitness to undertake the post.

A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender.

Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

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What we can do for you

If you are successful in a role with Perth & Kinross Council, you will have access to a range of benefits to help your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.