Early Years Educator for Scotland's Youngest Children

6 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom South Lanarkshire Full time

Company Overview:

South Lanarkshire Council is the local authority serving South Lanarkshire in Scotland, with its headquarters in Hamilton. The council has a significant presence in the region, employing 16,000 individuals and working towards economic growth.

Salary: £32,800 - £33,600 per annum

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our team at St Elizabeth's Primary School in Hamilton. As an effective member of our early years team, you will support and nurture children, creating stimulating learning opportunities that deliver high-quality child-centered provision.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work as part of a dedicated early years team to provide high-quality care and education for young children.
  • Develop and implement engaging learning activities that meet the needs of our youngest children and their families.
  • Maintain a safe and healthy environment that promotes children's physical, emotional, and social development.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess a relevant qualification in early years education or care, such as NNEB, HNC, SVQ 3 Children's Care Learning & Development, or SVQ 3 Early Years Care & Education. You should also have experience working in an early years environment and be committed to ongoing professional development.

Benefits and Requirements:

  • Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Practitioner.
  • A commitment to meeting the registration requirements and maintaining your qualifications.

Ongoing Professional Development:

We encourage our staff to continuously develop their skills and knowledge, ensuring they remain up-to-date with best practices in early years education and care. As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you will have access to various training opportunities and resources to support your career growth.



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