Early Learning Childcare Practitioner

The Role

Early Learning Childcare Practitioner £23,353 (dependent on experience)

Monday to Friday 9am – 6pm  Term time

What We Offer

Based in the heart of Glasgow’s City Centre with easy access to transport links, the College offers an inclusive culture based on integrity, respect and personal excellence in making a difference in the lives of its pupils, parents and staff alike.

We offer competitive salaries with a very generous contributory pension scheme.

As part of the St Aloysius’ family you will be working for an open and flexible employer.

We provide staff access to our multi gym suite and have a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing.

The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen to join our Early Years team to deliver a high-quality, creative and  stimulating learning environment for the children of the St Aloysius’ College Junior school. 

How you will make an impact 

As part of the Early Learning Child Care team, you will work with parents, carers and outside agencies to ensure the individual needs of the children and their families are fully met and the welfare and development of every child is a priority.  You will also design, produce and plan creative and challenging activities which are varied, fun and which meet the emotional, social and physical needs of our children whilst ensuring their health & safety at all times.

 What you need to succeed

 An HNC or SVQ level 3 qualification in Early Education and Childcare or equivalent/Higher is essential and you must meet the standards for SSSC registration. You will have a knowledge of current issues in education and social legislation, particularly in relation to early years and childcare and a have a commitment to personal growth and development. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are also key to this role.

St Aloysius' College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake appropriate pre-employment checks including PVG checks.  All appointments are also subject to satisfactory references.

About St Aloysius’ College.

We are a happy and welcoming Catholic community in the heart of Glasgow that serves young people from ages 3 to 18.

As a Jesuit school, we are part of a worldwide organisation that educates over two million students with a tradition over 450 years old. At its core, Jesuit education is about nurturing in students a secure sense of the love of God in all things.

St Aloysius’ College seeks to form happy, kind, and generous young ‘men and women for others’, who have developed excellence in their abilities and character and are ready to serve others and the world, following the example of Jesus.

We treasure every student in our school, and they are the focus of everything we do. We want each one to feel known and loved, and at St Aloysius’ College, we are lucky to have supportive parents and generous staff who help us achieve this.