Early Years Practitioner - Fox Covert Primary School - 15971_1786359237

Early Years Practitioner - fixed term until 28/05/2027
Fox Covert Primary School

Salary: £30,188 - £34,452 (pro-rata for part-time and sessional)

Hours:

36 per week, 39 weeks sessional

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to work in Fox Covert Primary school within the Primary 1 classes. Within our school we have an enthusiastic and committed school staff team, there are nurturing, creative and well-resourced learning environments where all learners are supported and encouraged to discover a love for learning.

We are seeking to appoint an Early Years Practitioner to cover maternity leave with a passion for working with our 5-year-old learners in a school setting. This post presents an excellent opportunity to be working as part of our innovative and creative learning environment where our learners are empowered to discover and build on their interests, share ideas and be motivated to learn.

Working collaboratively with both P1 class teachers to bridge the developmental gap between nursery play and structured primary benchmarks.

At Fox Covert Primary School, we are not only committed to providing the very best educational experiences and opportunities but also to develop our learners as leaders and responsible citizens. We are committed to developing relationships based on mutual trust and support. We strive to be at the heart of our school community and develop skills to enable contributions to our local community and the wider world.

Candidates who are passionate about play-based learning within a classroom environment, wellbeing, inclusive practice, nurture and can demonstrate a commitment to nurturing approaches are invited to apply for this post. Applicants should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and model high standards of play pedagogy to inspire, motivate and support colleagues in the development of their own classroom practice.

Please note - You must ensure that you have one of the following qualifications before you apply:

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

When completing the application form please state the name of your qualification and level as stated above.

If you do not have either of these qualifications, we will be unable to consider your application.

Please read the attached Early Years Practitioner job pack for further information, including post qualification experience and additional requirements. If you are unsure regarding the qualification or require any other information, please contact the Nursery / Centre directly. You can search for contact details on the Council website

Experience:

Experience of working with children (special needs, if applicable). Experience of contributing to the planning of a curricular programme Experience of planning organised outings Experience of inclusion programmes for pupils moving into mainstream schools.

Knowledge, skills and understanding:

Ability to work within and across a multi-disciplinary team Ability to make informed decisions. Ability to work with children across a nursery &/or primary setting. Ability to produce and maintain accurate records relating to a child's development. Possess an awareness of up to-date professional knowledge and current initiatives. An awareness of general Health & Safety and Child Protection policies Promotion of equality and an understanding of diversity issues relating to children and young people.

Qualifications and training:

HNC in Childcare and Education or SVQ Level 3 or Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF Level
7. First Aid certificates, PEEP, Learning Together.

Job specific requirements:

Registered with SSSC as a Practitioner in the Day Care of Children, without conditions. Develop effective relationships with children and parents Ability to work in a sensitive and empathetic manner. Accurately assess children's behaviour and be able to respond accordingly. Ability to create a stimulating environment which assists in the development of language, communication, behaviour and personal care in children. Must demonstrate a commitment to continuous personal…