At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's development and create a nurturing environment in our nursery.
- Company: Join a passionate team at Broughton Primary School Nursery.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity to work in a new purpose-built centre.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Must be eligible for SSSC registration and have relevant qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 30188 - 34452 £ per year.
Salary: £30,188 - £34,452
Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks per year
Working week: Monday to Friday
Shifts: varying between the hours of 7.45am and 6.10pm (available on request)
Eligibility and Qualifications
The applicant must be eligible for registration (without conditions) with the SSSC as a Practitioner in Day Care of Children, in possession of a practice qualification as noted in the attached job profile. This role requires working shift patterns, therefore please only apply if you can undertake these within the days and hours specified above.
Role Overview
We are looking to recruit a full-time, passionate and driven Early Years Practitioner to join our existing nursery team. This position will eventually be based within the new purpose-built centre which will be in the vicinity of the school and is due to open in the future with a capacity for up to 120 children.
Responsibilities and Expectations
The successful applicant must demonstrate experience in forming good relationships with children, parents, staff and the wider community. Through the recruitment process, they will need to demonstrate enthusiasm, energy, commitment, initiative, optimism and flexibility to their work.
Pre‑employment Checks
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.
Equality and Diversity
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.
Flexible Working
Happy to talk flexible working.
Contact
For further information, please visit our school website broughtonprimary.org or contact Broughton Primary School Nursery on nurseryadmin@broughton-pri.edin.sch.uk
Early Years Practitioner - Broughton PS Nursery employer: Diversity Dashboard
Broughton Primary School Nursery is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where Early Years Practitioners can thrive. With a commitment to employee growth and development, staff benefit from flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work in a new purpose-built centre designed for up to 120 children. Our culture prioritises strong relationships with children, parents, and the community, making it a rewarding place to contribute to early childhood education.
