At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver high-quality early learning and childcare for young children.
- Company: Eday Primary School, part of Orkney Islands Council, promoting inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a passionate team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a dynamic school setting.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant qualifications and experience in early years education.
The predicted salary is between 20.99 - 20.99 £ per hour.
Advert Early Years Lead Practitioner Eday Primary School 24.5 hours per week, Term Time Permanent £32,743 - £35,006 / £35,553 - £38,309 pro rata £17.94 - £19.18 / £19.48 to £20.99 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance.
You will be reporting to the Head Teacher.
Your working pattern is Monday to Friday.
We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.
The purpose of this role is to be responsible for delivering a high-quality early learning and childcare service which meets the needs of and promotes the development of young children and their families.
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 necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile.
These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.
This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.
Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 27 September 2026 with shortlisting and interviews scheduled for week beginning 5 October 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact Shaun Tulloch, Operational Manager (ELC) at shaun. tulloch@orkney. gov. uk or on 01856 873535 ext.3204 or Catherine Diamond, Service Manager (ELC) at catherine. diamond@glow. orkneyschools. org. uk or telephone 01856 873535 ext. 3220.
For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants.
We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process .
Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.
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