Early Years Officer

Ktpws; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school in Falkirk is seeking an Early Years Officer to join their team at Ladeside Primary School. The ideal candidate will possess HNC/SVQ Level 3 in Childcare and have proven experience working with children. Key responsibilities include delivering high-quality play and learning experiences and establishing positive relationships with children and families. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £31,137 - £33,375 per year pro rata.

Qualifications

• Must be registered or seeking registration with the Scottish Social Services Council.
• Experience in promoting quality play and learning.
• Knowledge of current early learning and childcare provision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality play and learning both indoors and outdoors.
• Establish positive relationships with children and families.
• Work effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Experience with children

Teamwork

Communication

Knowledge of childcare procedures

Education

HNC/SVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent

Job description

# Early Years OfficerRef no:: FLK13659Published:: 09/01/2026Closes:: 23/01/2026Location:: Ladeside Primary School, Carronvale Road, Larbert, FK5 3LHSalary:: £31,137 - £33,375 per year pro rataContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 37 hours per week## Job DescriptionEarly Years OfficerLadeside Primary School, ELC ClassPost ID – CS2199An opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Officer to join the team at Ladeside Primary School, ELC Class.You will have skills, knowledge and experience of all current Early Learning and Childcare provision and procedures and have a passion for promoting and delivering high quality play and learning both indoors and outdoors.You will work as an effective team member and establish positive relationships with children and families. You will have knowledge and experience of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures.With experience of working with children, you will have an HNC/SVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. You must be registered with or currently seeking registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.The post full time, term time and is permanent within Falkirk Council Education Services.Please note the salary in the advert will be adjusted accordingly for term time contract.## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement