Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is looking for a Nursery Key Worker, Gaelic, Unqualified, Sgoil Araich Lacasdail. It’s a 19-month fixed-term, part-time post based in Lewis paying £26,575 to £27,592 a year. Applications close on Monday 16 November 2026.
About the role
Key worker in a Gaelic-medium nursery at Sgoil Àraich Lacasdail (Laxdale Primary School, Lewis). Plans and runs a curriculum and play sessions for young children, taking account of each child's needs.
About Comhairle nan Eilean Siar
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is the local authority for the Outer Hebrides, a chain of islands off Scotland's north-west coast including Lewis, Harris, North Uist, Benbecula, South Uist and Barra. Based in Stornoway, the council runs services including schools, roads, ferries and harbours, social care, waste and planning, and works bilingually in Gaelic and English.
What they’re looking for
- Proven childcare experience in early years
- Gaelic speaking and reading essential
- PVG scheme membership required
- In-person interview
What’s on offer
- Distant Islands Allowance £1,890 a year
How to apply
You apply directly with Comhairle nan Eilean Siar: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 16 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Comhairle nan Eilean Siar’s website.
