Childcare and Education Worker

Argyll & Bute Council; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is seeking a Childcare and Education Worker at Kirn Primary Pre Five. This temporary position until July 2026 involves supporting educational activities and requires Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered, emphasizing a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Cycle to work scheme

Gym membership discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning and career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership required.
• Compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 for this position.

Responsibilities

• Support educational activities at Kirn Primary Pre Five.

Job description

Service: Education

Closing Date: Friday 17th October 2025

Childcare and Education Worker, Kirn Primary Pre Five

Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities. Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, to work and do business.

We offer various benefits to support you, such as a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, cycle to work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth.

Job Details

This post is temporary until 01 July 2026.

• This post is not suitable for job sharing.
• This post requires Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with children.
• The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.
• The salary shown is the full time equivalent salary, the actual salary will be paid pro rata for the hours worked, on a term time basis.

To apply for this vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For clarification on any information contained within the vacancy advert and/or the job description, please contact Verity Lundy, Head Teacher, at 01369 702509 or [e-mail].

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. We are committed to equality and diversity and expect all employees to share this commitment.