At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire early learning practices in a dynamic childcare environment.
- Company: North Lanarkshire Council, committed to transforming early learning and childcare.
- Benefits: 27 days annual leave, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options and commitment to supporting diverse applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: HNC in Childcare or equivalent and relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF. This vacancy is internal and open to applications from employees of North Lanarkshire Council and Associated Employers only. The "Apply now" button is not activated for this role. Please log into your MySelf account for further instructions on how to apply as an internal candidate.
Early learning & Childcare in North Lanarkshire is going through a period of transformation change. Are you interested in continuous professional development, ensuring you have the skills and competencies to deliver the highest quality of service possible? Do you have the dedication and the enthusiasm to help us build on our successes, support our transformational change programme and show inspirational practice in these exciting and inspiring times? Are you child centred? If so, then we want to hear from you.
We are now recruiting for a Lead Early Learning Practitioner at Holytown Primary & Nursery Class. This post is 35 hours per week, temporary until 02/07/2027. The successful applicant should have an HNC in Childcare (or equivalent qualification) and relevant experience. You will require to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to commencing in this role.
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. This is one way North Lanarkshire is demonstrating our commitment to supporting Care-Experienced People.
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. We believe Fair Work can boost creativity, realise untapped potential and increase productivity.
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. The following link contains our Easy Read documents which will help explain the process and what happens during the selection process: Easy Read – My NL.
***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 and Childcare Lead Practitioner (Temporary) REQ06245 - 477785 in Holytown employer: North Lanarkshire Council
North Lanarkshire Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises continuous professional development and employee wellbeing. With generous benefits including 27 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and a commitment to inclusivity, we empower our staff to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join us at Holytown Primary & Nursery Class, where your dedication to child-centred education will be valued and nurtured.
