At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s learning and development in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Midlothian Council, dedicated to improving services for children and young people.
- Benefits: Fixed-term contract, competitive salary, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours with potential for career growth in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Basic literacy and numeracy skills; experience in childcare preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25585 - 31271 £ per year.
Knowledge
- Evidence of basic literacy and numeracy at Standard Grade General level or SVQ2 in Early Years Care and Education, or National Certificate unit in Childcare & Education, or equivalent competency, to enable the jobholder to communicate effectively with staff and pupils, and provide sensitive support.
- The jobholder must be familiar with child development and able to respond to the needs of individual pupils.
- Jobholders should have previous experience of working in this field of work.
- To be fully competent in the role, jobholders will be required to undertake additional training courses e.g. first aid, calm techniques etc.
- If the post is within a Nursery Environment then the jobholder must be registered with or obtain membership with the SSSC within 6 months of appointment. In order to register, you must currently hold the relevant qualifications or be willing to work towards attaining these qualifications within the first year of registration.
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.
- If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check.
Additional Information
- Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian.
- 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.
Learning Assistant ASN - Easthouses Primary School - MID07695 in Scotland employer: Midlothian Council
Midlothian Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for educators at Burnbrae Primary School. With a commitment to professional development and a strong focus on inclusivity, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive within a collaborative team culture. The modern facilities and diverse school community in Bonnyrigg provide unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with additional support needs.
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