Early Years Education/Child Care Officer

Overview

Inverclyde Council is seeking a dedicated Early Years Education/Child Care Officer to join Inverclyde Council's team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the Larkfield Early Learning Centre, providing essential care and education to children.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality early years education and care.
• Plan and implement engaging educational activities.
• Support children's learning and development.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this position ranges from £31,060 to £32,873 per year, commensurate with experience. Inverclyde Council offers a variety of employee benefits, including:

• Flexible working opportunities.
• Attractive pension schemes.
• Buy and Bank Annual Leave Scheme.
• Career development support.
• Health and wellbeing programs.

Shift Patterns and Hours:

This is a part-time role requiring 18.5 hours per week. Flexibility in scheduling is encouraged to accommodate both the needs of the children and the staff.

Qualifications and Experience:

Applicants should possess:

• A relevant qualification in early years education or child care.
• Experience working with children in a similar setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Perks:

Inverclyde Council values its employees and provides numerous perks, including:

• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Support for work-life balance through flexible working arrangements.
• A welcoming and inclusive work environment.

Important Applicant Information:

• Please ensure that you regularly check your emails following your application submission, as all further communication will be sent via email.
• Inverclyde Council is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Interviews will be based on the Council's competency model.
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks.