Early Years Lead Practitioner, North Walls Community School

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North Walls Community School

Early Years Lead Practitioner

17.5 hours per week, Term Time
Temporary maternity cover up to 6 January 2026
£30,371 - £32,488 / £32,999 - £35,554 pro rata
£16.64 - £17.80 / £18.08 - £19.48 per hour
The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who would enjoy being part of a dynamic whole-school team to help deliver flexible, high quality care and learning service that meets the needs of young children and their families.

The Early Years service will support you to gain any practice qualifications whilst you work. You will also be able to attend training delivered by the early years team to support your practice development.

To be appointed at F:
You should have a good general standard of education including literacy and numeracy.

You are also required to achieve an HNC in Early Education and Child Care, SVQ Level 3 (SCQF7) Social Services (Children and Young People) or other recognised qualification that enables registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children) within 3 years of taking up post.

To be appointed at G:
You will hold an HNC in Childhood Practice, SVQ Level 3 (SCQF7) Social Services (Children and Young People) or other recognised qualification that enables registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children).

You are also required to have at least experience of working with young children in a dedicated Early Learning and Childcare setting

For both appointment grades, you should also be registered with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children) no later than 3 months from commencing in post.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

Prospective applicants can discuss the post by contacting Andrew Trafford, Head Teacher on 01856 791246 or email andrew.trafford@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk 

Closing date: Sunday 24 November 2024

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.