At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a nurturing environment for 3-5 year olds and inspire their learning journey.
- Company: Join The Glasgow Academy Milngavie, a supportive and inclusive educational setting.
- Benefits: Enjoy term-time work, professional development, and a warm community atmosphere.
- Other info: Embrace outdoor education in a unique location with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in early years education.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with young children; qualifications in Early Years are a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 25875 - 31625 £ per year.
We are seeking to employ enthusiastic, dynamic and forward-thinking Early Years staff to play a key role in our Milngavie setting. This post offers the chance to develop our nurturing and inspiring environment, where our pre-school children can flourish. You would be working alongside a committed team bringing to life a culture of nurture and excellence, with high expectations from all.
About You
- Is qualified to, or is interested in working towards, an Early Years qualification or a BA in Early Education & Childcare / Childcare Practice (or equivalent)
- Brings energy, creativity and fresh thinking to early years practice
- Has a genuine passion for working with children aged 3-5
- Is motivated to contribute to the development of an outstanding setting, both indoors and outdoors. A passion for outdoors education is particularly favourable, due to our unique location and access to nature. Any experience or further qualifications in this area would be beneficial, but not necessary.
The Role
- Help to foster a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child feels safe, valued and inspired to explore and learn.
- Play a role in implementing the ethos, routines and learning experiences within The Glasgow Academy. Your own learning and development will play a part in this.
- Work collaboratively to provide learning opportunities rooted in inclusion, curiosity and high-quality care and learning. This includes planning, tracking, and reporting on children, as well as self-evaluation within the team.
- Support the Head of Nursery and Kindergarten, along with the existing team, in delivering strong foundations for parent partnerships and child development.
Professional Practice
Applicants should be confident in current early years frameworks and guidance, including:
- GIRFEC (Getting It Right for Every Child)
- Realising the Ambition
- How Good Is Our Early Learning and Childcare (HGIOELC)
- Curriculum for Excellence, including Early Level Benchmarks
A commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice is essential.
Why join The Glasgow Academy Milngavie?
We are a centre that truly values each and every child, with the support from their families and the community around them. We pride ourselves in our warm and nurturing approach to learning, matched with our high expectations of all those who step through the door.
Closing date: Tuesday 29th September 2026. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and skilled individual to our team to help maintain and enhance our exceptional learning environment. The Glasgow Academy is an equal opportunity employer, and a member of the Armed Forces Covenant (Gold Award) we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and PVG membership. The Glasgow Academy has a no smoking policy. This includes e-cigarettes.
Early Years Practitioner - The Glasgow Academy Milngavie (3-5) employer: Scottish Council of Independent Schools
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Contact Details:
Scottish Council of Independent Schools Recruitment Team
