Early Years Practitioner: Nurture Young Minds & Play

Highland Council; Inverness; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland Council is seeking an Early Years Practitioner at Croy Primary School, Inverness. The post is permanent and part-time (18 hours per week), with salary scales depending on qualification. Unqualified entrants earn £12,155–£13,305; qualified staff earn £13,496–£14,771.

The role requires PVG and SSSC registration; overseas checks may apply. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email. The successful candidate will join a team delivering flexible, high-quality early learning and

Qualifications

• This position is a regulated role requiring PVG scheme checks.
• Overseas Criminal Record Check may be required depending on nationality and residency.
• Qualified applicants should hold a childcare qualification (e.g., HNC/NNEB/SVQ 3) and will be paid on grade HC0535.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a flexible, high-quality early learning and childcare service as part of a team.
• Meet the needs of young children and their families in a supportive environment.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in practice.

Education

HNC/NNEB/SVQ 3

Food Handling

First Aid

SSSC registration

Job description

Highland Council is seeking an Early Years Practitioner at Croy Primary School, Inverness. The post is permanent and part-time (18 hours per week), with salary scales depending on qualification. Unqualified entrants earn £12,155–£13,305; qualified staff earn £13,496–£14,771.

The role requires PVG and SSSC registration; overseas checks may apply. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email. The successful candidate will join a team delivering flexible, high-quality early learning and