Early Years Practitioner - Davidson's Mains Primary School

Overview

Early Years Practitioner – fixed term until 26/06/2026
Davidson’s Mains Primary Nursery School, Edinburgh.

Salary: £29,173‑£33,287 (pro‑ra for part time and sessional).

Hours:

24 per week, 39 weeks sessional.

Working pattern:
Monday to Friday between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm, operating on rolling shift patterns.

• Deliver high‑quality early years care and early learning to children aged 2‑5.
• Work within the defined shift pattern and attend the required working hours.
• Collaborate with parents, staff and the wider community to support children’s development.
• Maintain a safe and nurturing classroom environment in line with the school’s philosophy.

• Eligible for registration (without conditions) with the SSSC as a Practitioner in Day Care of Children.
• Practice qualification as noted in the attached job profile.
• Required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
• Overseas Criminal Record Check may be required for those who have spent continuous periods of 3 months or more outside the UK in the last 5 years.

Flexible working arrangements available.
Salary range reflects initial starting salary and will increase annually until the top of the range.

To apply, please email us at Nurseryadmi