At a Glance
- Tasks: Support early years staff in creating a warm and caring environment for children aged 2-5.
- Company: Join the vibrant team at Preston Tower Primary School in beautiful Prestonpans.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly pay, supportive community, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for growth in a dynamic school setting with enthusiastic children and supportive staff.
- Why this job: Be part of a nurturing environment where every child matters and your impact is valued.
- Qualifications: SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) required; First Aid and Food Hygiene certifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 28757 - 35147 £ per year.
The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.
Hourly rate of pay: £15.16 - £16.30
This is a 52 week non-sessional post i.e. it will include working during the school holidays.
Days and hours of work:
- Monday, 09:30-15:15
- Tuesday, 09:45-14:00
- Wednesday, 12:00-14:00
- Thursday, 09:30-13:30
To start asap.
This is an excellent opportunity to join our vibrant nursery team. There are currently 2 nursery rooms at West Loan Campus.
Preston Tower Primary School is located in the coastal town of Prestonpans. It is a very large school split over two campuses; We currently have over 700 children from Nursery – Primary 7. The school was established in 2019, following the amalgamation of 2 schools.
Our West Loan Campus currently has eleven P1 – P3 classes and two rooms in our nursery. Our Preston Road Campus has fifteen P4 – P7 classes.
The Senior Leadership Team includes our Head Teacher, 4 Depute Head Teachers, and a SfL Principal Teacher.
Preston Tower Primary School is a school where everyone matters and we are striving for our values of KINDNESS, NURTURE, RESPECT, INCLUSION and HIGH EXPECTATIONS to be realised both within and out with our school community.
We are fortunate to have enthusiastic children, supportive parents, carers and community members, committed support staff and dedicated teachers. We are committed to meeting all of our children's needs including raising attainment and achievement for all.
To work in support of early years staff by contributing towards the creation of a warm, friendly, safe and caring environment for children aged 2 – 5 years.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
- Education: Good standard of general education.
- Must hold an SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 6 (or an alternative SSSC recognised equivalent qualification). If not already obtained, you must commit to achieve the SVQ in the appropriate period of registration to meet the SSSC registration requirements.
- First Aid qualification or willingness to work towards gaining it.
- Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or willingness to work towards gaining it.
- SSSC registration or agreement to register within 6 months from the date of appointment to this post is essential.
PVG Membership
This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.
All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.
Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.
Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.
Additional Information
For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
East Lothian Council Schools: Further details on all East Lothian Council Primary and Secondary Schools, including individual school websites can be found here: Primary Schools, Secondary Schools.
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