Early Childcare Practitioner

Job Description Early Childcare Practitioner, Gaelic Medium Education - PKC12216 £25,268 - £27,068 (Term-time only) Breadalbane Academy, Aberfeldy An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic member of staff to join our Nursery team. As this post will be based in the Gaelic Medium Education nursery class, it is essential that all applicants speak fluent Gaelic. Knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence across Early Level along with expertise of extending play is essential, as is a commitment to continuous professional learning. To continue fostering Gaelic across the school, you will be required to liaise with Gaelic staff, in both Primary and Secondary. The successful candidate will be able to think 'on their feet' and enjoy a varied role in order to support a happy, busy nursery putting children's needs first. You will have excellent communication skills and have the ability to build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues alike. We are looking for a fun, caring, committed and dedicated individual who loves to work as part of a team. The Individual For the role of Early Childhood Practitioner, you should hold an appropriate qualification e.g., SNNEB, NNEB, HNC, SCQF level 7 equivalent or SVQ 3 in Childcare and Education or SVQ 3 Social Services (Children and Young People), as well as have the eligibility to register with SSSC. If you would like any more information regarding this vacancy, please contact Katrina Wallace, Depute Head Teacher on 01887 822300. When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer. Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss. Please note, as this office will be closed from Tuesday 24 December 2024 at 5pm until 8:45am on Friday 3 January 2025, there will be no-one available to assist you with technical help over this period. As part of our safer recruitment measures, any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of mandatory checks including eligibility to work in the UK, Disclosure Scotland or PVG, qualifications, references, and fitness to undertake the post. This may also include an Overseas Criminal Records Check if you have spent time living overseas. A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender. Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. At PKC our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about working for Perth & Kinross Council and living in one of the most scenic areas of Scotland. What we can do for you If you are successful in a role with Perth & Kinross Council, you will have access to a range of benefits to help your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

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