At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's learning and development in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Hailesland Early Years Centre, committed to inclusivity and diversity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating a sense of belonging.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and experience working with children.
The predicted salary is between 26806 - 27032 £ per year.
Early Years Assistant – fixed term until 29/06/2027
Hailesland Early Years Centre
Salary: £26,806 – £27,032 (pro‑rata for part‑time and sessional)
Hours: 20 per week, 39 weeks sessional
At Hailesland we live our vision which is through nurturing relationships we promote curious minds, kind hearts and a sense of belonging for all our children.
You must ensure that you have the required qualification(s) and experience for the post before you apply, so please refer to the attached documentation for requirements, or we will be unable to consider your application.
This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre‑employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care‑experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We’re interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.
Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.
Happy to talk flexible working.
Contact Details:
The City of Edinburgh Council Recruitment Team
