Support Worker (Early Learning & Childcare) (25 hpw) (Fixed Term until 02 July 2026), Merkinch Prima

Highland Council; Inverness; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Inverness seeks a Support Worker for Early Learning & Childcare to assist in delivering engaging activities in a safe setting. Applicants must register with SSSC and undergo training. The role requires a national of the UK or specified EU countries, and offers 25 hours per week until July 2026 with a salary of £15,304–£15,730 annually.

Qualifications

• Requirement to register with SSSC and undertake accredited training.
• Eligibility for an Overseas Criminal Record Check.
• Must be a national of the UK or specified EU countries.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Teacher in delivering activities.
• Ensure a safe environment for children and families.
• Work in accordance with Highland Council policies.

Job description

Overview

Post Title: Support Worker (Early Learning & Childcare)
Location: Merkinch Primary School, Inverness
Hours: 25 hours per week
Duration: Fixed Term until 02 July 2026
Salary: £15,304 - £15,730 p.a.

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

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Contact Person: Jillian Kean Tel: [phone]

Responsibilities

Job Purpose: To work as an effective member of the childcare team, supporting the Head Teacher in the delivery of a range of stimulating activities in a safe environment that meet the needs of both children and their families. The work is to be carried out in accordance with Highland Council policies, guidelines and codes of practice.

Please APPLY ONLINE.

Requirements

The following requirements apply:

• It is a requirement that all staff working in early years services register with SSSC and embark on accredited training. It is Council policy that all staff undertaking employment with the Council agree to undertake such training in due course.
• This position is classified as a regulated role. As such, an Overseas Criminal Record Check may be required depending on your nationality and recent residency history. Specifically, this check will be necessary if you do not meet both of the following criteria:

• You must be a national of the United Kingdom or one of the following countries: Germany, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Hungary, Greece, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, or Poland.
• You must not have lived or worked in any country outside of the UK or those listed above for a period of three months or more, while aged 18 years or over, within the past five years.

Please note that it is your responsibility to obtain the Overseas Criminal Record Check, and you will be required to cover any associated costs.

Safeguarding

Prior to confirming appointment, we will require successful candidates to become members of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Selection

Short listed applicants will normally be contacted by email, unless otherwise stated. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.