early years leader jobs in Scotland

You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.

Job Summary This is a readvertisement of NAY16570 Temporary post until 30th June 2026. This site operates from 8am to 6pm. Initially working pattern is between the hours 11.30am - 2.30pm Monday to Friday. We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and...

You will contribute to all aspects of childcare and education in the ELC setting and take an active part in other appropriate duties as required.

Job Description To direct an 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...

You will be required to work 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, work pattern to be discussed at interview. This post may be suitable for secondment.

You must be able to work in a collegiate way with staff in school, with colleagues in other establishments and agencies, consulting regularly with parents and carers

You will be required to be adaptable and work as part of a team that supports the development of high quality early years services for children and families.

You will provide children with a range of appropriate experiences and learning opportunities suitable for their age and stage of development.

You must be a national of the United Kingdom or one of the following countries: Germany, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Hungary, Greece, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, or Poland.

You must not have lived or worked in any country outside of the UK or those listed above for a period of three months or more, while aged 18 years or over, within the past five years.

You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. This post has a minimum requirement of two references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.

You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form.

You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview. The East Lothian Way The 'East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work.

You must currently have registration or eligibility to apply from commencement of employment (you must apply to register within the first 3 months of employment to ensure registration is complete within 6 months of starting in your role).

You should have recent experience of working with young children in a structured context.

You should have a good general standard of education including literacy and numeracy and a minimum of 2 years work of volunteering experience involving children.

You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form.

You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview. The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work.

You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.

You will be required to work as part of a team that supports the development of high-quality early years services for children and families.

You will provide children with a range of appropriate experiences and learning opportunities suitable for their age and stage of development within the context of local and national curriculum guidance and care standards.

You must be a national of the United Kingdom or one of the following countries: Germany, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Hungary, Greece, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, or Poland.

You must not have lived or worked in any country outside of the UK or those listed above for a period of three months or more, while aged 18 years or over, within the past five years.

Job Details Grade: 7C Hours: 35 Hourly Rate: £18.13- £19.86 Salary: £28589.91 - £31 317.08 per annum Contract Duration: Permanent Role Purpose The Early Years Officer will, under the direction of the head teacher, and with input from the central Early Years Improvement Team lead other staff in the Nursery and work as part of a wider team, including school staff and early learning and...

You will be required to work 9 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, work pattern to be Thursdays and Fridays up until 01/07/2026.

You must be able to work in a collegiate way with staff in school, with colleagues in other establishments and agencies, consulting regularly with parents and carers

Job Description To support the early years team in administrative, practical and organisational tasks and also to support the learning activities of the children. 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...

You will be required to work 15 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

You will be required to work 9 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

You must be able to work in a collegiate way with staff in school, with colleagues in other establishments and agencies, consulting regularly with parents and carers

You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form.

You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview. The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work.