At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and organise play sessions to support children's learning in Gaelic.
- Company: Sgoil Araich Loch a Tuath, a vibrant Gaelic nursery.
- Benefits: Competitive salary with Distant Islands Allowance and permanent position.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy a fulfilling career in early years education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young children's lives while using your Gaelic skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in childcare and fluency in Gaelic required.
The predicted salary is between 17338 - 17338 £ per year.
Through the medium of Gaelic, with support, you will plan a curriculum which supports and guides children’s all-round learning and development, and plan and organise the play session taking into account the needs of every child. You must have proven childcare experience working with young children and their families in an early years setting. The ability to speak and read Gaelic is essential.
This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme as a legal requirement of a regulated role with Children. Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
Closing Date: Monday 7 September 2026. Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade. Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post.
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Nursery Key Worker, Unqualified, Gaelic, Sgoil Araich Loch a Tuath (8885) - CNS06454 employer: Comhairle nan Eilean Siar
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