At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's development and provide engaging learning experiences in a nursery setting.
- Company: Harrysmuir Primary School, part of the Inveralmond Early Years Centre.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse workforce and contribute to innovative educational changes.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of child development and a passion for early years education.
The predicted salary is between 28757 - 35147 £ per year.
18 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 15th August 2027.
Harrysmuir Primary School is situated in Livingston and serves the community of Ladywell. The school currently has a role of 330 pupils, with children enrolled at our Inveralmond Early Years Centre which is adjacent to the school. The nursery is open fifty weeks per year and staff work flexibly across the opening hours on a rota.
Inveralmond Early Years Centre are seeking to appoint a highly motivated ELC Practitioner to join our Nursery team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences.
This post is Monday and Tuesday 7 hours 45 minutes, between the hours of 07:45 and 18:15 and every second Friday 07:45-12:45.
West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.
We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment and the cost will be met by the candidate.
The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18. The £59 cost (where appropriate) will be deducted from your salary over a 1 or 3-month period by repayment schedule. If your employment concludes before the amount is re-paid in full, the outstanding balance will be deducted from your final salary.
Interviews will be held on Monday 28th September 2026.
For further information please contact Cheryl Corrigan, ELC Area Manager e-mail: cheryl.corrigan@westlothian.org.uk
ELC Practitioner, Harrysmuir Primary School - Inveralmond Early Years Centre, 508.36 - WEL10734 employer: West Lothian Council
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