At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead early years practitioners in delivering high-quality childcare for children aged 2 to 5.
- Company: Join North Lanarkshire Council, committed to equity and excellence in early learning.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days annual leave, flexible working, and a comprehensive learning and development package.
- Other info: Guaranteed interviews for care-experienced individuals and support for disabled applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in early years leadership and a BA in Childhood Practice or equivalent required.
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 key role of Equity and Excellence Lead’s within our Clusters across North Lanarkshire. Successful applicants should have experience of leading early years practitioners in working with children aged 2 to 5 years and be prepared to work in a number of different settings for both longer term and short-term interventions. You must hold or work towards a BA in Childhood Practice or an equivalent childcare degree as defined by the SSSC. You will require to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to commencing in this role.
- Post 1: 35hrs Monday – Friday (Permanent)
- Post 2: 14hrs Thur & Fri (Part Time) (Temporary)
- Post 3: 14hrs Thursday & Friday (Part Time) (Temporary) Temporary posts are until 25 June 2027.
Working here at North Lanarkshire Council, 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.
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 Equity & Excellence Lead (3 Posts) (Full & Part-time) (Permanent & Temporary) - REQ06345 - 480734 in Flemington 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.
