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Job DescriptionContribute as part of a team to provide a quality early learning and childcare service for children aged 0-8 years and their families. Work in accordance with the principles of the national care standards for early education and childcare, and abide by the Code of Practice for Social Service Workers.RequirementsThe duties involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.Successful applicants will be required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member for Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, or be subject to a PVG Scheme Record Update, before a formal offer of employment is made by East Ayrshire Council.PVG records are continuously updated. Any relevant information disclosed will be discussed with the applicant prior to employment.ResponsibilitiesWe adhere to the national guidance Safer Recruitment Through Better Recruitment. During your application, you should provide at least two appropriate references, including one from your current or most recent employer, which should be from an appropriate senior manager.Please add noreply@myjobscotland.gov.uk to your safe sender list to ensure you receive all related emails.The IndividualThis is a temporary, part-time, term-time position based at Riccarton Early Childhood Centre, Kilmarnock, until 1 April 2026.The hours are 17.5 per week, scheduled as directed by the Line Manager.The full-time salary ranges from 31,377 to 33,579 per annum. The part-time, term-time salary ranges from 13,455 to 14,400 per annum.East Ayrshire Council values diversity and encourages applications from all community members, including underrepresented groups such as Black and Minority Ethnic people, disabled people, and LGBT individuals. We are a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador. #J-18808-Ljbffr