At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families and young children in a vibrant community setting.
- Company: Join Argyll and Bute Council, an award-winning employer in stunning Scotland.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, wellbeing initiatives, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of families while enjoying a supportive work culture.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a passion for community support.
The predicted salary is between 22180 - 27108 £ per year.
Service: Education
Closing Date: Friday 11th September 2026
Early Years and Family Support Worker, Oban, Lorn & Isles
Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities. Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, to work and do business.
We are committed to making the council the place to have a great career, by providing excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic working culture so that each of our 5000 colleagues can deliver services that help our corner of Scotland thrive. Join us to make a difference.
Our employees make good things happen in the day-to-day life and for the longer term future of Argyll and Bute. We want you to feel valued working for us. We offer various benefits to support you, such as:
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Generous leave entitlement
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres
- Wellbeing initiatives
- Opportunities for learning and career growth
We also embrace a modern approach to work, offering a flexible first approach where possible to requests from our employees to how they work.
We care about our people and the world around us and always aim to do the right thing. From employee recognition schemes to environmental policies we have many initiatives in place to help us look after the things we all care about.
If you are planning to relocate to Argyll and Bute, our Housing Services Team can offer support to help find affordable housing.
Argyll and Bute Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change the way that they work. While we must balance such requests with the need to ensure the quality of the important services we deliver are not compromised, we will ensure that each request is given careful consideration with a view to achieving a positive outcome wherever possible.
Applicants should note that:
- This post requires Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) membership in relation to working with children.
- This post requires SSSC registration.
- The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.
To apply for this vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.
We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.
Early Years and Family Support Worker - ARB18588 in Oban employer: Argyll & Bute Council
Argyll and Bute Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for its employees. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, and various benefits including a pension scheme and discounts on gym memberships. Our commitment to flexible working arrangements and career growth opportunities ensures that every team member can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the beautiful communities of Argyll and Bute.
