Creche Worker – Multiple Locations across City

I.T. & Communications
Midlothian
June 28, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Creche Worker

Multiple Locations across City

Salary: £14.78 per hour

Hours: 0 hour contract

We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable Crèche Workers to join our Tertiary pool within the Community Learning and Development team.

This rewarding role involves providing high-quality childcare in a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment for children attending community crèche sessions while their parents take part in ESOL class (English for Speakers of Other Languages).

The creche worker will support children’s wellbeing, learning and development through creative play and positive interaction while working closely with parents, carers and colleagues.

All candidates will need to be able to join the PVG scheme as an essential requirement.

Desired Skills and Qualities

  • Enjoy working with children and families
  • Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Can create a welcoming and inclusive environment
  • Understand the importance of safeguarding and child wellbeing
  • Are flexible, organised and able to use their initiative
  • Have a positive attitude towards equality, diversity and inclusion

Working Locations and Schedules

  • Tynecastle Community Wing, Tynecastle High School – Tuesday lunchtimes, Thursday mornings
  • West Pilton Neighbourhood Centre – Tuesday mornings, Thursday mornings
  • Leith Community Centre – Monday mornings, Thursday mornings
  • Goodtrees Neighbourhood Centre – Monday mornings
  • South Queensferry Community Centre – Tuesday mornings

Please only apply if you are available during the day and in school terms.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

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