Senior Early Years Lead Practitioner (0-5) | 4-Day Week

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council in Kirkwall is seeking an Early Years Lead Practitioner at Strynd Nursery to join the leadership team and drive high-quality early learning and childcare for 0-5 children.

The role focuses on leading provision for 2-3 year olds, reporting to the ELC Manager, with a 35-hour base week plus overtime, 52 weeks, and a permanent contract; the service relocated in July 2026 to a new building.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 PVG disclosure.

Responsibilities

• Form part of the leadership team and deliver a high-quality early learning and childcare service.
• Take lead for the provision in the setting for children aged 2-3 years.
• Report to the Early Learning and Childcare Manager.

Skills

Leadership

ELC Experience

Team Management

Job description

Orkney Islands Council in Kirkwall is seeking an Early Years Lead Practitioner at Strynd Nursery to join the leadership team and drive high-quality early learning and childcare for 0-5 children.

The role focuses on leading provision for 2-3 year olds, reporting to the ELC Manager, with a 35-hour base week plus overtime, 52 weeks, and a permanent contract; the service relocated in July 2026 to a new building.