Early Years Practitioner (Temporary) - MOR12081
Moray Council - Aberlour
£32,742.45 to £35,061 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Job Description To support the early years team in delivering a flexible, high quality and inclusive early learning and childcare service which meets the needs of young children and their families. Working collaboratively with parents, carers and other partners to promote the welfare and development of every child. Requirements This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act, it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. The successful candidate will therefore be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council. Responsibilities To be actively involved in the planning and implementation of a curriculum programme which meets the needs of the individual child in accordance with national and local standards. To observe and interact with children in order to support their learning and record and contribute to reporting on the individual child's progress in accordance with Council policy and procedures. To contribute to the delivery of the Early Level curriculum in line with pre-determined policy and procedures and where appropriate the pre-Birth to Three framework. To be involved in the delivery of an effective early years service. Participate in all aspects of team work within the nursery. Keep abreast of early years local and national developments. To be involved in all aspects of care which meet the needs of the individual child in accordance with the Council's duty of care and the principles of GIRFEC. The Individual Experience of working with pre-school children aged between 3 and 5 years old. Having achieved or working towards the following qualifications: CACHE (NNEB) / SCCEB (SNNB), HNC Childhood Practice or equivalent Or SVQ Level 3 Social Services (Children and Young People) or equivalent SSSC Registered (if you are not appropriately registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) prior to taking up post, you must apply for registration within 3 months and, be fully registered within 6 months) Effective organisational skills. Effective communications skills Ability to remain calm. Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Ability to be flexible. Ability to be actively involved with the children in all aspects of their pre-school experience e.g. playing games. Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service. Temporary Post until 6 June 2027 (Maternity Cover) Closing Date: 16 October 2026 Starting Salary: £32,742.45 (pro rata) £17.37 per hour 14 hours per week (term time) For further information, contact Carol Newlands - 07929 845220
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Senior Early Years Officer - FLK14527
Falkirk Council - Bonnybridge
£34,957 to £38,834 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description Senior Early Years Officer (Antonine Primary School, ELC Class) Post ID ES8143 A vacancy has arisen for a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Early Years Officer at Antonine Primary School Early Learning and Childcare Class The nursery class operates Monday to Friday from 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. during term time. The successful candidate will assist in the management and provision of early learning and childcare service within the school. You should have sound knowledge of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures with extensive experience of working with children from birth to 5 years. You will hold an HNC in Childcare and Education, an SNNB Certificate or equivalent qualification. You should hold a qualification to allow registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Experience or knowledge of outdoor learning/forest nursery approach would be advantageous. This is a term-time post, full time (37 hours) and is permanent with Falkirk Council Education Services. Please note salary will be adjusted for term time working. Although initially based at Antonine PS you may be asked to work in any Falkirk Council setting. The start date for this position is 5th January 2027. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.
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Senior Early Years Officer - FLK14528
Falkirk Council - Falkirk
£34,957 to £38,834 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description Senior Early Years Officer (Langlees Early Learning and Childcare Centre) Post ID CS3969 A vacancy has arisen for a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Early Years Officer at Langlees Early Learning and Childcare Centre. The successful candidate will assist in the management and provision of early learning and childcare service within the school. You should have sound knowledge of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures with extensive experience of working with children from birth to 5 years. You will hold an HNC in Childcare and Education, an SNNB Certificate or equivalent qualification. You should hold a qualification to allow registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Experience or knowledge of outdoor learning/forest nursery approach would be advantageous. The post is full time (37 hours) and is on a term time plus 4 weeks contract. Langlees ELC Centre remains open during the school summer holiday period. Please note salary will be adjusted for term time+4 working. The ELC Centre is open 8am to 6pm and you must be prepared to work a shift pattern between these hours. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.
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Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Burscough, Lancashire
TemporaryFull time
Your new company Hays Education have recently been approached by a fantastic nursery school in the Burscough area who are looking to appoint Early Years Practitioners to join their well-established team. They are on the hunt for a Level 3 Qualified Practitioner that can come in and continue to provide a safe and stable environment. This is a full-time role starting at 8am and finishing at 4pm, that will be on a long-term role basis starting immediately. This role also has the potential to turn permanent for the right candidate. Your new role Your new role will see you working with children aged 0-5, and you will be involved in planning and managing exciting educational activities that will inspire children to engage and develop. You will need to take part in imaginative play with the children to promote the children's learning and development. You should be confident in working with various ability pupils and immersing yourself in daily activities. This can be a great role for those looking to gain more experience working with children. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this position, you must hold a Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years and possess recent experience working with children. As this is a long-term and potentially permanent role, you will need to commit fully to the role. What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a highly competitive daily rate and will be working in this successful school where you will become an integral part of a welcoming team of TA's. You will therefore have the opportunity to further develop your own teaching assistant skills and experience.A dedicated consultant will always be on hand should you have any questions or concerns. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Childcare Apprenticeship - Carmela Coady Childcare
Shoots Training - Bournemouth, Dorset
On-siteApprenticeshipFull time
Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Carmela Coady Childcare, Bournemouth.
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Childcare Playworker
School Friend Clubs - SW16 2RB
from £12.71 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Job Title: Breakfast & After School Play Worker If you are caring, and have a zest for fun don’t scroll past, apply now as we would love you to join our ever-expanding company. Start date: ASAP Salary: £12.71 per hour (£14.58 per hour including accrued holiday pay) Contracted hours: 22.50 hrs. Per week during Term Time only Club hours: 7:30 to 9:00am for Breakfast Club & 3:00 to 6:00pm for After School Club Monday-Friday. The hours may vary slightly depending on the school. Must be committed to working Monday to Friday. School Friend Clubs are looking for staff that are passionate about childcare, and are able to deliver quality child care and appropriate age-related play in a safe and interesting environment. To enable good communications, record keeping and information flow between parents, colleagues, schools and users of our service. We also offer additional benefits including: Free Childcare – If you child attends a School Friend Clubs venue (limited to one child) Staff training & development Free uniform Employee Assistance Program – Legal, Counselling, Debt Management Workplace Pension Scheme – Subject to eligibility.
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Childcare Playworker
School Friend Clubs - SE27 0JF
from £12.71 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Job Title: Breakfast & After School Play Worker If you are caring, and have a zest for fun don’t scroll past, apply now as we would love you to join our ever-expanding company. Start date: ASAP Salary: £12.71 per hour (£14.58 per hour including accrued holiday pay) Contracted hours: 22.50 hrs. Per week during Term Time only Club hours: 7:30 to 9:00am for Breakfast Club & 3:00 to 6:00pm for After School Club Monday-Friday. The hours may vary slightly depending on the school. Must be committed to working Monday to Friday. School Friend Clubs are looking for staff that are passionate about childcare, and are able to deliver quality child care and appropriate age-related play in a safe and interesting environment. To enable good communications, record keeping and information flow between parents, colleagues, schools and users of our service. We also offer additional benefits including: Free Childcare – If you child attends a School Friend Clubs venue (limited to one child) Staff training & development Free uniform Employee Assistance Program – Legal, Counselling, Debt Management Workplace Pension Scheme – Subject to eligibility.
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Childcare Playworker
School Friend Clubs - E15 1JY
from £12.71 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Job Title: Breakfast & After School Play Worker If you are caring, and have a zest for fun don’t scroll past, apply now as we would love you to join our ever-expanding company. Start date: ASAP Salary: £12.71 per hour (£14.58 per hour including accrued holiday pay) Contracted hours: 22.50 hrs. Per week during Term Time only Club hours: 7:30 to 9:00am for Breakfast Club & 3:00 to 6:00pm for After School Club Monday-Friday. The hours may vary slightly depending on the school. Must be committed to working Monday to Friday. School Friend Clubs are looking for staff that are passionate about childcare, and are able to deliver quality child care and appropriate age-related play in a safe and interesting environment. To enable good communications, record keeping and information flow between parents, colleagues, schools and users of our service. We also offer additional benefits including: Free Childcare – If you child attends a School Friend Clubs venue (limited to one child) Staff training & development Free uniform Employee Assistance Program – Legal, Counselling, Debt Management Workplace Pension Scheme – Subject to eligibility.
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Childcare Practitioner
Baby Ducks - Portslade, East Sussex
On-sitePermanentPart time
To work with a small team of practitioners to provide the highest possible level of childcare and help children to develop to their full potential.
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Lawyer - Childcare
Staffordshire County Council - Staffordshire Place 1, Stafford
£46,579 to £50,908 a year
PermanentFull time
Are you a qualified legal professional looking for an opportunity to undertake meaningful, varied work that makes a real difference to communities? Staffordshire County Council is seeking a talented Lawyer to join our highly regarded Staffordshire Legal Services team. Whether your experience comes from private practice, public sector, or a mixed legal background, this is an opportunity to develop your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking legal environment. As part of an accredited professional advisory service, you'll provide high-quality legal support to the Council and a range of external clients, helping deliver services that positively impact residents, communities and partner organisations across Staffordshire. We offer a hybrid working arrangement, with colleagues expected to work from the office at least one day each week. There will also be occasions when additional office attendance is required to support team, service or business needs. Main Responsibilities You will be involved in: Completing all aspects of straightforward to moderately complex legal casework including drafting and negotiating complex documents and working under limited levels of supervision in order to contribute to the service delivery outcomes. Representing the relevant client at all case related meetings and conduct advocacy, including contested hearings at appropriate court hearings. Achieving chargeable hour targets and maintain strict adherence to the Lexcel quality standard including time-recording. Supervising and managing junior staff as requested. The Ideal Candidate The minimum criteria that will be used to shortlist for this role will be: A Solicitor with practising certificate, Fellow of CILEX with litigation/advocacy rights or a Barrister with practising certificate and authorisation to conduct litigation. Have proven experience in the relevant legal area and demonstrate an understanding of the law relating to the role. Demonstrate experience of completing all aspects of relevant legal casework with limited supervision. Show an ability to clearly communicate in all media forms; verbally, digitally and in writing and an ability to draft straightforward to moderately complex legal documents. Ability to se their own initiative and will work well under pressure, meeting competing demands, and consistently maintaining a high standard of work. No previous local government experience is necessary but you will be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the work done by this Council and operate comfortably alongside a professional client. Interviews will be held on the 21st October 2026 in Stafford. For an informal chat about the role please contact Farzana Bi, Senior Team Solicitor at: farzana.bi@staffordshire.gov.uk Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role. Please note: The minimum essential criteria in the ideal candidate section detailed above will be used if you are applying under one of our Interview Guarantee Schemes. About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council: Our Values: The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy: We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. Our benefits: We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire Our recruitment process: As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
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