At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in providing quality education and care for young children.
- Company: Join North Ayrshire Council, a disability confident leader.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, supportive environment, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic school setting with a focus on staff values.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with children and relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
This site operates from 8am to 6pm. Initial working pattern for this post is 1pm - 6pm Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.
We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and instructions on how to use this method if your interview is being held virtually.
We are a disability confident leader and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
This post is based within Montgomerie Park Primary School. Reporting to the Head Teacher, you will assist in the provision of a quality education and care service for young children and their families.
Before you apply, find out a little bit about us and why we are a Great Place to Work.
North Ayrshire Council uses a behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.
For your information if this post requires references you will be notified of further details if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the outcome of the interview process.
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.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council. Please note, successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the relevant PVG check (£59 or £18), which will be deducted from your salary following commencement of employment.
As an employer of choice, North Ayrshire Council has identified four different Workstyles. Each post in the council has been allocated one of these styles: In Building – More than 90% of time spent primarily at a single base or location. This post has been allocated the workstyle: In Building.
Applicants may use AI tools to assist with drafting or refining their application. However, AI should only be used to enhance an application and must not replace personal experience or be used to generate content wholly on the applicant’s behalf.
Early Years Practitioner - NAY17448 in Irvine employer: North Ayrshire Council
North Ayrshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and professional growth, employees benefit from a culture that values focus, passion, and inspiration, making it a rewarding place to work in the heart of Montgomerie Park Primary School. The council also provides flexible working patterns and opportunities for meaningful engagement with young children and their families, ensuring a fulfilling career in early years education.
