At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to deliver high-quality early years care and support children's development.
- Company: Loanhead Primary School, part of Midlothian Council, focused on nurturing young minds.
- Benefits: Permanent position with competitive salary and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in early years education.
- Qualifications: Must hold a relevant practitioner level qualification and an up-to-date First Aid certificate.
The predicted salary is between 15986 - 15986 £ per year.
Loanhead Primary ELC is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated EYP to work together with our existing team to deliver high quality early years care.
KNOWLEDGE
Post holder must hold at least a practitioner level qualification, HNC Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 7; or SVQ Social Services (Children & Young people) at SCQF 7 or equivalents that meet the requirements for SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) registration e.g. SVQ 3 Child Care and Education, SVQ 3 Early Years Care and Education, SVQ Children’s Care learning and Development SCQF 7, HNC Childcare and Education, HNC Working with Children in Early Years, HNC Early Education and Childcare (at SCQF level 7). Qualifications which were previously recognised for SNNEB/NNEB registration may be acceptable. An up to date First Aid certificate is required; however, this can be obtained within 6 months of starting the post.
CLOSING DATE - Monday 10th August 2026
INTERVIEW DATE - Thursday 20th August 2026
Requirements
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you.
For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk.
Please note that Disclosure Scotland has changed the way PVG certificates are issued. You will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email the Recruitment Team at recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.
If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.
Early Years Practitioner - Loanhead Primary School - MID07595 employer: Midlothian Council
Midlothian Council is an excellent employer for those passionate about early years education, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee well-being. As part of the Loanhead Primary School team, you will benefit from a collaborative environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives in a vibrant community setting.
