Early Years Practitioner (30 hpw) (Fixed Term until 02 July 2026), Dunbeath Primary School - HGH1888

Highland Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Highland Council is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to work at Dunbeath Primary School. This role involves delivering a flexible, high-quality early learning and childcare service while working towards qualifications if unqualified. The position is full-time, with salary based on qualifications and experience, and registration with the SSSC is required.

Qualifications

• Qualified practitioners should hold a recognised qualification in Childcare and Education.
• Unqualified workers are expected to work towards one of the above qualifications.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is required.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team delivering high-quality early learning and childcare services.
• Meet the needs of young children and their families.

Skills

Food Handling

First Aid

Education

HNC, NNEB, SVQ 3

Job description

Job Description

Post Title: Early Years Practitioner

Location: Dunbeath Primary School

Hours: 30 Hours Per Week

Duration: Fixed Term until 02 July 2026

Salary: £18,809 - £20,603 (unqualified) £20,893 - £22,880 (qualified)

Salary placing will normally be at the first point of the scale.

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Contact Details: Denise Walsh, Tel: [phone], Email: [e-mail]

Job Purpose: To work as an effective member of a team, delivering a flexible, high-quality early learning and childcare service that meets the needs of young children and their families.

Please APPLY ONLINE.

The Highland Council values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and particularly from under-represented groups.

As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

Successful candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your email regularly, including junk/spam folders.

Requirements

Qualified Early Years Practitioners should hold a recognised qualification in Childcare and Education (e.g., HNC, NNEB, SVQ 3) and will be paid on grade HC0535.

Unqualified workers employed as Early Years Practitioners are expected to work towards one of the above qualifications within an agreed timeframe and will be paid on grade HC0435.

The Early Years Practitioner must hold or be willing to apply for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Existing registrants should inform the SSSC of any employment changes.

Qualifications in Food Handling and First Aid are advantageous.