At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise children, support the team, and ensure a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join a top flexible employer dedicated to work-life balance.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25+ days annual leave, pension scheme, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible hours during term-time, perfect for students!
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children aged 0-5 and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
This post is fixed term until 09/05/2027. This is a part time, term-time post and the salary will be pro-rata to the number of hours worked. This role is ideal for someone who loves working with children, especially in the early years (ages 0–5), can support a team and also take initiative independently and is reliable, organised, and flexible with time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervising children during lunch periods to ensure safety and positive interactions.
- Carrying out laundry duties (likely includes cleaning linens, uniforms, or materials used in care/education).
- Collaborating with the Early Years team to support the daily routine and ensure a nurturing environment.
Essential Requirements:
- Experience working with children aged 0–5, either in a nursery, pre-school, or early primary setting.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- A friendly yet firm manner – essential for working with young children.
- Ability to work independently and take direction from the Head of Establishment.
- You need to be flexible/adaptable and available during 10.50am – 2.00pm Monday - Thursday and 10.50am to 2.10pm on a Friday (or the hours defined by the head of establishment).
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Preferred applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council.
The Individual WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance. In addition to this there are also additional benefits:
- Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits.
- A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year.
- Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health.
Early Years Assistant (Fixed Term) (Term-Time, Part-Time) (Whitecrook Early Learning & Childcare Centre) - WDN06551 employer: West Dunbartonshire Council
West Dunbartonshire Council is an exceptional employer, particularly for those passionate about nurturing young minds in the early years. With a strong commitment to work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and generous benefits including a robust pension scheme and ample annual leave, employees are supported in both their professional and personal lives. The collaborative and caring work culture fosters growth and development, making it an ideal environment for Early Years Assistants to thrive.
Contact Details:
West Dunbartonshire Council Recruitment Team
