At a Glance
- Tasks: Support early years education and inspire young minds in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join West Dunbartonshire Council, a top flexible employer committed to work-life balance.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and access to a great pension scheme.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a flexible work schedule.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with children and registration with the Scottish Social Services Council required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Job Description As this post is part time, term time, the salary will be pro-rata to the hours worked.
West Dunbartonshire Council are delighted to offer the opportunity to highly motivated applicants who have a passion for working with children.
This post is peripatetic, and successful applicant may be relocated to a different centre at any time, based on service needs.
The preferred work pattern for this post will be Monday - Friday 8.45am - 2.45pm with a 30min unpaid break.
Or the hours can be agreed with the Head Teacher to meet the needs of the centre.
Applicants are required to be registered with, and maintain registration with, the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Support Worker in Day Care of Children’s Services within 3 months of appointment.
More information can be found at: www. sssc. uk. com Requirements This post is considered as Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential.
Further details of this scheme can be found here .
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.
Responsibilities The employment for which you are applying is excepted from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applicants are, therefore, not statutorily entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are "spent" under the provisions of the Act.
In the event of employment any failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action.
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
Learning Assistant (Early Years) (Our Lady of Loretto) (Part-Time, Term-Time) - WDN06653 employer: West Dunbartonshire Council
West Dunbartonshire Council is an excellent employer for those passionate about education, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration among staff. Located in Clydebank, the council is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that empowers teachers to inspire students and drive school improvement, ensuring meaningful contributions to the community and the future of education.
Contact Details:
West Dunbartonshire Council Recruitment Team
