Early Years Practitioner Level 3 Childcare

2 weeks ago


United Kingdom Scottish Council of Independent Schools Full time

We are seeking to recruit a suitably qualified and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our talented Early Years team, from August 2024

Our Early Years Practitioners have a responsibility, in close conjunction with teaching staff, for the delivery of the curriculum, children's development and progress, development and learning through play, support for children and families, resources and ethos.

Package Description
When you join the team at Heriot's, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued. The Heriot's motto, to "distribute chearfullie", is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.

Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot's feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people. This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for our teaching staff, in addition to salary (which includes a Heriot's enhancement), teacher holidays and pension, includes:

Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
Continued professional development opportunities
Travel to work schemes
School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community
We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school's ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Main Responsibilities
Please see attached job description.

The Ideal Candidate
Be registered/ be eligible for registration as a Practitioner with SSSC
Qualified to SVQ Level 3 or HNC (or equivalent) in an appropriate, childcare-related subject
Enthusiasm, resilience and warmth with a commitment to the Heriot's ethos.
Thorough knowledge of current safeguarding practices and legislation in a nursery environment
Previous experience working within a school setting is preferable but not essential
Proven experience of working effectively as part of a team in a Nursery environment
Previous experience of liaising with parents regarding all aspects of their child's nursery experience, addressing concerns and escalating any issues to the nursery teachers as appropriate
Additional Information
Heriot's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus

George Heriot's Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

George Heriot's School is governed by George Heriot's Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463#J-18808-Ljbffr



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