Early Learning and Childcare Manager, Glaitness Nursery - ORK09907

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is seeking an experienced Early Learning and Childcare Manager for Glaitness Nursery in Kirkwall. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team serving 90 children aged 2-5 years, focusing on delivering a nurturing learning environment. A relevant qualification in Childhood Practice is essential, alongside strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of £41,557 to £49,295 for a full-time role and includes benefits like training support.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Interview expenses reimbursed

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC or SVQ3 qualification in Day Care of Children Service.
• Degree in Childhood Practice or relevant qualification for Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team in delivering early learning and childcare.
• Ensure the nursery community is supported and improved.
• Work collaboratively with the Nursery Leadership Team.

Job description

# Early Learning and Childcare Manager, Glaitness NurseryRef no:: ORK09907Published:: 03/12/2025Closes:: 04/01/2026Location:: Glaitness School, Pickaquoy Road, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1RPSalary:: £41,557 - £49,295 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 35 hours per week## Advert**EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING****Glaitness Nursery****Early Learning and Childcare Manager****35 hours per week****Permanent****£41,557 - £45,900 / £46,503 - £49,295****£22.77 - £25.15 / £25.48 - £27.01 per hour****The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance**An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced practitioner and leader to take on the role of Early Learning and Childcare Manager at Glaitness Nursery in Kirkwall. Glaitness Nursery is registered for 90 children aged 2-5 years and operates alongside Glaitness School. The Nursery Leadership Team is made up of an ELC Manager, Senior Early Years Practitioner and two Lead Early Years Practitioners, who work together to support the nursery community and drive improvement. You will lead a dedicated team who are all committed to delivering the vision of ‘Learning through play in a nurturing way’.Since August 2022, the setting has operated from a new purpose built/refurbished building on the Glaitness School site. The setting prides itself on focusing on their children but also their families and connections to the wider community.The new manager will join a small team of ELC managers in Orkney, who meet regularly for support and development. The Early Years Service offer support and training and the service run regular development opportunities.To be appointed at I:You should hold a qualification that meets the requirements of the SSSC as a Practitioner in Day Care of Children Service (minimum of HNC or SVQ3) and there is a requirement to achieve a relevant qualification to meet SSSC criteria as a Manager / Lead Practitioner in a Day Care of Children Service within 3 years of taking up the post. There will be support given to gain the qualification if you do not already have this.To be appointed at J:You should hold a Degree in Childhood Practice, or other relevant qualification to meet the SSSC criteria as a Manager / Lead Practitioner in a Day Care of Children Service.You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children.If you would like to find out more about this post or about working in Orkney, please contact Shaun Tulloch, Operational Manager (Early Learning and Childcare) on [e-mail] or telephone [phone] ext. 3204.**Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 4 January 2026***Please note that interview expenses are payable for this post, in according with policy.*## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement