Early Learning & Childcare Key Worker; Term Time Petersburn Family Learning Centre-REQ

internal applicants must apply via myself

nlc 7 £ 31,541-£34,307 (pro rata )

north lanarkshire council’s early learning & childcare service is dedicated to ensuring the care, wellbeing and positive development of young children.

we are currently recruiting for 2 permanent key worker positions, 30 hours per week working term time only, at the following location;

petersburn family learning centre, petersburn road, petersburn, airdrie, ml6 8rg

you will be a proactive and valued member of the early year’s team, supporting & nurturing children through the creation of engaging, stimulating learning experiences. You will contribute to delivering a high quality, child centred service that meets the individual needs of young children and their families.

the role involves actively participating in the planning, development and co-ordination of learning programmes early years setting, ensuring positive outcomes for all children.

you must be an excellent communicator with the ability to build effective relationships and communicate confidently with children, parents, carers, colleagues and partner professionals.

applicants should have experience of working in an early years environment and demonstrate a commitment to continuous ongoing professional learning & development.

the successful candidate must hold one of the following qualifications (or equivalent qualification)

• hnc in early education & childcare/childhood practice
• svq 3 early years care & education

you must also meet the registration requirements for a practitioner with the scottish social services council (sssc).

membership of the protecting vulnerable groups (pvg) scheme is required. Applicants who are not currently members must be willing to join the scheme and obtain a satisfactory scheme record or scheme record update.

working pattern : monday- friday term time hours between: 8am
-6pm

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working here at north lanarkshire council

if you’re considering a career with us, you’ll be keen to know what’s in it for you.  We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family.  This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays*, and a wide range of benefits available to you,find out more at work well nl.we also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy learnnl to help you reach your full potential and further your career.

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north lanarkshire council are happy to talk flexible working, we operate a smarter working policy.

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* for all casual/sessional roles, you will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for every hour worked in total recompense for annual leave, including public holidays. These rates will be indicated separately on your payslip.  You will only be paid for the hours that you work.

north lanarkshire council has reached its current allocation of certificates of sponsorship and, as a result, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

we are a disability confident leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

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