Early Years Officer

2 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Scottish Borders Council Full time

Job Details

Grade: 7C

Hourly Rate: £17.44 - £19.10

Hours: 35

Salary: £33.33 - £83.83 pro rata per annum (Term Time Only)

Contract Duration: Permanent

Recruitment Profile

The Early Years Officer will lead the planning and delivery of Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) in the school Nursery settings. This role involves working as part of a wider team, including school staff and early learning and childcare teachers.

Key Responsibilities

  • To lead and be responsible for the nursery team, mentoring and supporting all staff.
  • To lead the team in setting and recording targets for children.
  • To support the nursery team in carrying out observations for the purpose of assessing and recording children's progress.
  • To work with Primary 1 staff throughout the year and as part of the transition process for children.
  • To undertake first aid training to be able to deal with and take responsibility in an emergency.
  • To be responsible for maintaining resources.
  • To keep up to date with early years developments and initiatives and participate in continuing professional development in line with Scottish Borders Council policy and procedures.

Requirements

  • At least one of the following: HNC in Childhood Practice/Childcare and Education, SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 7 / SVQ 3 Children's Care, Learning and Development, SNNEB/NNEB.
  • In addition, candidates will be required to have at least one of the following: BA Childhood Practice, PDA 8 or 9 in Childhood Practice/Early Education and Childcare, SVQ Social Services (Children & Young People) SCQF 9 / SVQ4 Children's Care, Learning and Development.
  • All successful applicants for early learning and childcare posts will be required to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of appointment and maintain registration throughout the period of employment.

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