Early Years Support Worker

Reference: ORK01403

6 hours per week, Term-time

Temporary up to 4 July 2017

We are seeking a suitable candidate to join our dedicated team of staff in the Early Learning and Childcare setting.

The ideal candidate will have recent experience of working with young children in a structured context. This post is rewarding and requires an energetic, thoughtful person who is able to work as part of our team in a caring, learning environment.

For appointment at G4

You should have a good general standard of education including literacy and numeracy. You are also required to successfully complete a relevant qualification to allow registration as a Support Worker (Day Care of Children) within 3 years of taking up the post.

For appointment at G5

You should hold a recognised qualification that enables registration with the SSSC as a Support Worker (Day Care of Children), e.g. NC in Early Education and Child Care or SVQ Level 2.

You must be able to register with the SSSC as a Support Worker (Day Care of Children) within 6 months of appointment.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss this post by contacting Mark Taylor, Head Teacher, on 01856 861256 or email mark.taylor@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post