The Highland Council is looking for an Early Years Practitioner (18hpw). It’s a fixed-term, part-time post based in Inverness paying £11,859 to £14,411 a year. Applications close on Monday 9 November 2026.
About the role
Children’s services teams work with children, young people and families to keep them safe and help them thrive, from early help and family support through to child protection, fostering and care leavers. Social work roles in this area are registered with the professional regulator, and councils typically offer supervision, protected caseloads and continuing professional development.
About The Highland Council
The Highland Council is the local authority for the north of Scotland, covering Inverness, where it is based, along with Fort William, Nairn, Dingwall, Aviemore, Thurso, Wick, Ullapool and Portree on Skye. It runs services including schools, roads, housing, harbours, waste and planning across mainland and island communities.
How to apply
You apply directly with The Highland Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 9 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on The Highland Council’s website.
