Job Description Post Title: Support Worker (Early Learning & Childcare) Location: Lochaline Primary School Hours: 10 hours per week Duration: Fixed Term until 02 July 2026 Salary: £5,888 - £6,049 This post is Gaelic Essential. Salary placing will normally be at the first point of the scale. For information on working in ELC check out childcarecareersscotland.scot/ For guidance and tips on ELC roles within Highland Council click here. Contact Person: Andrew Kent Tel: 01967 421765 or 01855 841347 Job Purpose: To work as an effective member of the childcare team, supporting the Head Teacher in the delivery of a range of stimulating activities in a safe environment that meet the needs of both children and their families. The work is to be carried out in accordance with Highland Council policies, guidelines and codes of practice. Please APPLY ONLINE. The Highland Council understands that diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, and being fair and inclusive. We welcome applicants from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be under-represented in our workforce. Prior to confirming appointment, we will require successful candidates to become members of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. Short listed applicants will normally be contacted by email, unless otherwise stated. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder. Requirements It is a requirement that all staff working in early years services register with SSSC and embark on accredited training. It is Council policy that all staff undertaking employment with the Council agree to undertake such training in due course.