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18 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, fixed term until 31 March 2026
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
Parkhead Primary School and ELC is a non-denominational school within West Calder. Our staff team is fully committed to working together collegiately as part of the West Calder learning community.
We are seeking a Practitioner who will demonstrate commitment to our visions and values and is motivated to work as part of our team to support positive outcomes for all of our children, developing a high quality learning environment which promotes challenge, curiosity and creativity.
The school comprises of 15 classes and our present role of nursery pupils is 66 across 3 Nursery sessions, AM and PM or an option for full day placement. In the ELC we have an Early Years Officer, 6 full time EYPs, 2 part time EYPs and 3 PSWs. The leadership team includes a Head teacher, Depute Head teacher, Principal Teacher and ELC Area Support Manager.
This is an 18 hour, 52.14 week, fixed term maternity cover contract in our ELC setting. Please note you will be required to work weekly shifts, on contracted days Wednesday and Thursday between the hours of 7.45am and 6.15pm and alternate Fridays between the hours of 7.45am and 12.45pm including during school holidays when our ELC setting will remain open.
Applicants must hold an HNC in education and childcare or equivalent.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.
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
For further information please contact Taylor Anne Kelly, ELC Area Support Manager e-mail : tayloranne.kelly@westlothian.org.uk