Early Years Practitioner – Tynecastle Nursery School

Job Description

Early Years Practitioner

Tynecastle Nursery School, Tynecastle Stadium

Salary: £30,188 – £34,452 (pro rata for sessional)

Hours: 36 hours per week, 39 weeks sessional

Tynecastle Nursery is housed within Tynecastle Stadium, a purpose-built nursery space. It opened in 1929 and continues to be highly regarded in the community. The nursery welcomes a diverse mix of families and serves 55 children aged 2 5 years. A dedicated and dynamic staff team supports children and families.

Responsibilities

• Work within the setting Monday to Friday, including early and late shifts on a rotating basis each month.
• Provide high-quality early years education in accordance with national curriculum standards.
• Plan and facilitate learning activities that promote child development and well being.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records of child progress and attendance.
• Engage with parents and carers to support children’s learning and development.

Required Qualifications

• SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF Level 7
• HNC Childhood Practice

Applicants must hold one of the above qualifications and state the qualification name and level on application. If you do not hold one of these qualifications, we will be unable to consider your application.

Pre employment Checks

This role requires compliance with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check. If you have spent a continuous period of 3 months or more outside the UK in the last 5 years, an overseas criminal record check will be required. All checks must be satisfactory before an unconditional offer and commencement of employment.

Equalities and Diversity

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued. We particularly encourage applications from women, 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 under represented. Disabled and care experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Salary and Working Conditions

Our salary range is £30,188 – £34,452, reflecting the initial starting salary and rising annually until the top of the range. We are open to flexible working arrangements.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your CV, a cover letter and the name of your qualification and level as stated above. We will contact you if your application is shortlisted.