Early Years Practitioner, Shapinsay Primary School - ORK09915

Ktpws; Balfour; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Orkney seeks an Early Years Practitioner for a temporary part-time role. The candidate will support young children, plan activities based on their needs, and work alongside a dedicated team. Requirements include an HNC in Early Education and Child Care or equivalent and experience working with children. Regular training opportunities are provided to enhance practice. This position is subject to a PVG check.

Qualifications

• Good general standard of education including literacy and numeracy.
• Minimum of 2 years work or volunteering experience involving children.
• Ability to achieve necessary qualifications within 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Support young children as they grow and develop.
• Plan and develop the environment in response to children’s needs.
• Collaborate with a nurturing team and share learning.

Skills

Enthusiasm for working with children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Planning for children's needs

Education

HNC in Early Education and Child Care

SVQ Level 3 in Social Services (Children and Young People)

Job description

# Early Years Practitioner, Shapinsay Primary SchoolRef no:: ORK09915Published:: 15/12/2025Closes:: 04/01/2026Location:: Shapinsay Primary School, Shapinsay, Orkney, KW17 2DYSalary:: £30,389 - £33,929 per year pro rataContract Type:: TemporaryPosition Type:: Part TimeHours:: 17.5 hours per week## Advert**EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING****Shapinsay Primary School****Early Years Practitioner****17.5 hours per week, Term Time****Temporary up to 23 April 2026****£30,389 - £31,009 / £31,739 - £33,929 pro rata****£16.65 - £16.99 / £17.39 - £18.59 per hour****The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance**We are looking for enthusiastic people with a passion for working with young children.You will be a warm and caring person with a real interest in playing with and supporting young children as they grow and develop. You will be curious about young children and keen to develop their interests. You will play a role in planning for and developing the environment and experiences in response to children’s needs. You will work alongside a nurturing and dedicated team who are all committed to delivering the very best for children and their families.Regular training and courses are offered to all practitioners to support practice development, and there are plenty of opportunities to network with practitioners in other settings. Practitioners are also able to collaborate with practitioners from other settings and share learning.This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.To be appointed at E:You should have a good general standard of education including literacy and numeracy and a minimum of 2 years work or volunteering experience involving children.You are also required to achieve an HNC in Early Education and Child Care, SVQ Level 3 (SCQF7) Social Services (Children and Young People) or other recognised qualification that enables registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children) within 3 years of taking up post.The early years service will support you to gain any practice qualifications whilst you work. You will also be able to attend training delivered by the early years team to support your practice development.To be appointed at F:You will hold an HNC in Childhood Practice, SVQ Level 3 (SCQF7) Social Services (Children and Young People) or other recognised qualification that enables registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children). You are also required to have at least one years' experience of working with young children in a dedicated Early Learning and Childcare setting (this may be in a training or student role).For both appointment grades, you should also be registered with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children) no later than 3 months from commencing in post.This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with childrenTo find out more, please contact, Emma Clements, Head Teacher on 01856 771218 or email [e-mail]**Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 4 January 2026***Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.*## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement