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Early Years Assistant - Greendykes Early Years Centre

Edinburgh

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Early Years Assistant - fixed term until 30/09/2027Greendykes Early Years CentreSalary: £26,806 - £27,032 Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeksGreendykes Early Years Centre are looking to recruit an enthusiastic team-player who works collaboratively as a member of the early years team within council early years provision. Assisting in meeting the educational, care and welfare needs of all children ensuring those with additional support needs who can attend a mainstream provision, can effectively access the curriculum. To be flexible and assist in carrying out general clerical duties as and when required in support of children's learning. To provide support and assistance in the day-to-day operations of the Early Years Centre as directed by the Head Teacher/Head of Centre or nominated staff.Although no formal qualification is required, candidates should have a good basic education and be literate and numerate.Early Years Assistants must apply for registration with SSSC within three months of being offered a post and must also gain a SVQ2/SCQF Level 6 qualification within 3 years of taking up the role. Please read the attached Early Years Assistant job pack for further information, including experience and additional requirements. If you have any questions regarding the job role or require any other information, please contact the Nursery / Centre directly. You can search for contact details on the Council website https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4As 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.You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Early Years Assistant Job Packhttps://counter.adcourier.com/emFjLm1lcnJ5bGVlcy4yMzk0NS4xMzUzMkBjaXR5b…;

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