Early Learning & Childcare Key Worker; Part Time); Term Time); REQ

internal applicants must apply via myself

nlc 7: £31,541 - £34,307 (pro rata)

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

we are currently recruiting 2 x early learning & childcare key worker’s on a 30hrs per week on a term time basis at the following location:

gartcosh primary school & nursery class, gartcosh g66

gartcosh nursery class will be a new facility within a new build gartcosh primary school. The successful candidate will be instrumental in the set up and creation of the nursery as we continue to build a nurturing, inspiring, and high-quality early years environment. They will play a key role in creating, leading, and inspiring a dedicated team, fostering a positive culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous development.

Working closely with colleagues, children, and families, they will be committed to providing outstanding care and learning experiences that enable every child to thrive, reach their full potential, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

you will be a proactive and valued member of the early learning & childcare team, supporting and nurturing children through the creation of engaging and 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 coordination of learning programmes within the early learning & childcare setting, ensuring positive outcomes for all children.

you will 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 working within an early learning & childcare environment and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional learning and development.

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

• svq social services (children and young people) scqf level 7
• hnc childhood practice at scqf level 7

you must also meet the registration requirements for practitioner level 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 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.

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