At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire early years practitioners in delivering high-quality childcare.
- Company: Join North Lanarkshire Council, committed to transformational change in early learning.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days annual leave, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options and commitment to supporting care-experienced individuals.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: SVQ4 or HND in Early Years and Childcare required; leadership experience preferred.
Early Learning & Childcare in North Lanarkshire is going through a period of transformational change. Are you interested in continuous professional development, ensuring staff have the skills and competencies to deliver the highest quality of service possible? Do you have the experience, dedication, and the enthusiasm to help us build on our successes, support our transformational change programme, and show inspirational leadership in these exciting and inspiring times? Are you child centred and have an understanding of child development? If so, then we want to hear from you.
We are now recruiting for the pivotal role of Depute Head of Centre, within Heathery Park Family Learning Centre, Wishaw. The successful applicant should have knowledge and experience in working in a managerial and leadership role, whilst having extensive experiences of leading early years practitioners in working with children aged 2 to 5 years. You must hold SVQ4 or HND in Early Years and Childcare. Professional qualification or equivalent level in a relevant discipline. For SSSC registration you must hold or work towards a BA in Childhood Practice within five years. You will require to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to commencing in this role.
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7 hours per day between 8.00am - 6.00pm. This post is temporary until 25 June 2027.
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. 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.
North Lanarkshire Council are Happy to Talk Flexible Working, we operate a Smarter Working Policy. 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.
We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans and their families. We offer a guaranteed interview for service leavers, spouses, reservists and veterans, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to KeepingThePromise. This means that if you have ever been in care (looked after at home with a social worker, lived with a relative other than your parents, experienced foster, residential or secure care) you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live. The Fair Work Convention’s Framework defines Fair Work as work that offers effective voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect and security.
To find out more, alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, and Audio. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 01698 403151. PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST ENSURE AN APPLICATION FORM IS SUBMITTED. ANY CV SUBMISSIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED.
Early Learning & Childcare Depute Head of Centre (Temporary) - REQ06330 - 480801 employer: North Lanarkshire Council
North Lanarkshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With benefits such as 27 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and access to a comprehensive learning academy, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles. The council's commitment to inclusivity and community support makes it a rewarding place to work, especially for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the local education sector.
