At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young children in a nurturing and engaging learning environment.
- Company: Join the Orkney Islands Council, committed to equal opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and rewarding experience.
- Other info: Part-time role with excellent support and career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with young children and a caring attitude required.
The predicted salary is between 17.53 - 17.53 £ per hour.
Advert Early Years Support Worker Dounby Primary School 21 hours per week, Term Time Permanent £30,060 - £30,662 / £31,356 - £31,995 pro rata £16.47 - £16.80 / £17.18 - £17.53 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance.
You will be reporting to the Early Learning and Childcare Manager.
Your working pattern is part days, Monday to Friday.
We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.
The ideal candidate will have recent experience of working with young children in a structured context.
This post is rewarding and requires an energetic, thoughtful person, who can work as part of our team in a caring, learning environment.
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 9 August 2026.
With shortlisting and interviews scheduled for week commencing 17 August 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact Leona Benston, Nursery Manager at leona. benston@orkney. gov. uk or Catherine Diamond, Service Manager (ELC) at catherine. diamond@glow. orkneyschools. org. uk or phone 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.
Early Years Support Worker, Dounby Nursery - ORK10614 in Orkney employer: Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for those embarking on a career in social care. With a focus on employee growth through practical experience and training towards an SVQ 2 in Social Services and Healthcare, staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults within the community. The council promotes flexible working patterns and values diversity, making it an ideal place for individuals seeking rewarding employment in a caring profession.
