Currently Recruiting for a Relief Early Years Practitioner
Relief Early Years Practitioner
£13.45 per hour plus 12.07% holiday pay (£1.62 per hour)
About us
First Step is a community-based, locally managed project in Musselburgh. Our aim is to provide opportunities for families with young children to make positive choices, while supporting parents and children to develop their skills, confidence and self-esteem. We provide a range of services for families with children under 8, including early learning and childcare, family support, and a varied programme of groups and classes.
The Role
As a Relief Early Years Practitioner, you will support our Early Years Team in the delivery of high-quality early learning and childcare. You will provide cover for planned and short notice staff absences, playing an important role in ensuring continuity of care for the children and families we support. Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment where children can learn, develop and thrive.
About you
We are looking for an experienced Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children and their families. You will have:
Experience working in an early years setting.
A relevant practitioner qualification, such as HNC or SVQ Level 3 in Early Learning and Childcare (or equivalent).
Post-qualification experience in an early years environment.
Good knowledge of child development and an understanding of the needs of young children.
The ability to work flexibly and effectively as part of a team.
A positive and supportive approach to working with parents, families and members of the local community.
The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and multi-agency partners.
You will be committed to supporting the vision, mission and values of First Step Community Project. Previous experience of working within the charity or community sector would be advantageous.
The post is subject to membership of the PVG scheme, SSSC Registration and satisfactory references.
In return we offer:
· A competitive hourly rate plus holiday pay
· Continuous professional development
· Family friendly hours (working hours between 8:15-4:00 Monday - Thursday during term-time)
· Supportive staff team
If you are enthusiastic, flexible and committed to providing high-quality early learning and childcare, we would love to hear from you!
Please click on the following links to view and/or download the below documents:
Alternatively, you can request an application pack from our Early Years Manager, Jennifer Mitchell, by emailing earlyyears@firststepmusselburgh.co.uk.
Scottish Charity No. SC028891 Company Limited by Guarantee No SC194542
First Step Community Project is a charity which, plays a crucial role in the development and support of young families in East Lothian. The Project provides Early learning and Childcare for under 5s, as well as educational, vocational and social development opportunities for parents and carers. First Step also provides outreach services for families experiencing a period of difficulty in their lives.
We are looking to expand membership of our Strategic Board, to develop the strategic direction, support the Project's aims and objectives and ensure good governance. If you can devote some time and are motivated to assisting us we would welcome your application.
We would be particularly interested in hearing from enthusiastic and caring individuals with skills, experience and knowledge in any of the following areas:
• Business Development
• Fundraising and identification of funding streams
• Human resource management
• Academic / research within the Early Years and Family support
• Legal expertise
• Social media, marketing, digital marketing and PR
It would be beneficial if potential Board Members have an understanding of or involvement in the charity sector, however this is not essential.
Board membership is voluntary and unpaid and meet 6 times a year. Learning and development opportunities exist for all Board members, including full induction training.
Please send an initial expression of interest to the address below with details of relevant skills and experience.
First Step Community Project
37 Galt Avenue, Musselburgh EH21 8HU
Phone: 0131 665 0848
Email: projectmanager@firststepmusselburgh.co.uk
Website: www.firststepmusselburgh.co.uk
Scottish Charity No. SC028891
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Phone: 0131 665 0848