Early Learning and Childcare Practitioner, Inch View Primary School, Perth

Job Description

Early Learning and Childcare Practitioner (Fixed Term until 5 January 2025) - PKC11284
£28,249 - £30,351 (36 Hours per week, Whole Year working)
Inch View Primary School, Perth

We are looking for an enthusiastic, nurturing and innovative Early Learning and Childcare Practitioner to join the large, friendly team at Inch View.

Do you relish planning and delivering a child-centred, creative early years curriculum which meets the needs of individual children? Do you pride yourself on the high-quality learning experiences you offer the children in your care and the strong relationships you build with children, their families and partner agencies? If so, we would love to hear from you.

As part of a 2-12year service you would plan, assist and support the provision of high-quality care and a comprehensive range of appropriate stimulating and creative activities for children 3-12 years from other services.

As part of the Glenearn Community Campus, we offer excellent facilities in a modern and attractive, open-plan nursery. As a key member of our early years team, we also offer the opportunity to inspire the next generation.

Please note that this post is whole-year rather than term-time. The post holder will also be required to work shifts of 9 hours per day, 4 days per week, between the hours of 7.45 am and 6.15 pm.

The Individual

The successful candidate will already hold an appropriate qualification, eg SNNEB, NNEB, HNC, SCQF Level 7 equivalent or SVQ3 in either Childcare and Education or Social Services (Children and Young People).

They must also have, or be eligible for, registration with the Scottish Social Services Council.

For further information about this post please contact Julie Wilkie, Centre Leader, on 01738 472450

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.

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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.

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