Early Learning and Childcare Key Worker

Ktpws; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

North Lanarkshire Council is seeking Temporary Early Learning and Childcare Key Workers for various locations. Applicants can choose full-time or part-time options on a term-time or year-round basis. Essential qualifications include an HNC in Childcare or equivalent, and successful candidates will need to undergo a PVG membership check. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

26 days annual leave and 6 public holidays

Learning and development support

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Successful applicants must hold an HNC in Childcare (or equivalent qualification).
• Become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member through Disclosure Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and early learning for children.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Support children's learning in various environments.

Skills

HNC in Childcare

Ability to work flexibly

Education

HNC in Childcare or equivalent qualification

Job description

# Early Learning and Childcare Key Worker (Temporary)(Various hours & locations)Ref no:: NLA08335Published:: 20/01/2026Closes:: 03/02/2026Location:: North Lanarkshire, ML1 1AB, United KingdomSalary:: £30,467 - £33,142 per year pro rataContract Type:: TemporaryPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 35 hours per week## Job Advertisement**NLC7 - £30,467 - £33,142 (Pro rata for part-time and term-time posts)****If so, then we want to hear from you.**We are currently recruiting **Temporary Early Learning and Childcare Key Workers** across North Lanarkshire, with a range of **full-time and part-time opportunities** available on both a **term-time and 52-week basis**.Please indicate in your application:* Your preferred working pattern (full-time/part-time, term-time/52 weeks)* Your preferred location:+ **South Area**: Bellshill, Motherwell, New Stevenston, Holytown, Muirhouse, Wishaw, Shotts, Harthill+ **North Area**: Cumbernauld, Airdrie, Coatbridge, Kilsyth, SteppsSuccessful applicants must hold an **HNC in Childcare (or equivalent qualification)**.You will require to become a **Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme** member through Disclosure Scotland and obtain a satisfactory membership check prior to commencing in this role.Please note we would also welcome applications for Casual Early Learning and Childcare Key Worker for our **Casual Register** who can work on an ad hoc basis, as and when required, in various schools across North Lanarkshire. Please indicate on your application form if you wish to apply for the Casual Register.**Information session and interviews for this post will be held on the evening of 19th February 2026.****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 26 days annual leave and 6 public holidays\*, and a wide range of offers available to you through our reward site. 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.For more information on local authority careers visit the .North Lanarkshire Council are Happy to Talk Flexible Working, we operate aClick here to see our*\*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.*The Council welcomes applications from applicants self-assessed as having a disability and guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description for the job.## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement