Head of Centre – NAY17477

Company: North Ayrshire Council
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Location: Irvine
Job Description:

Job Summary

Temporary post until 30th June 2027. This site operates from 8am to 6pm. Initial working pattern for this post is between 8am – 4.30pm or 9.30am – 6pm Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

  • Effectively lead and manage an Early Years Centre.
  • Ensure the provision of a fully inclusive service of quality early learning and childcare for children aged 0 to 5 years and their families in line with national guidelines and care standards.
  • Report to the Head of Service and be involved in effective centre management.

Pre-Employment Checks

This role is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Applicants must be cleared through the PVG Scheme. Costs (£59 or £18) may be deducted from salary. Applicants barred from working with children are prohibited from applying. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit MyGov Scotland or the council’s Pre-employment checks policy.

Workstyle

In Building – More than 90% of time spent primarily at a single base or location, specifically at Marress House Early Years Centre.

Disability Confidence

The Council is a disability confident leader and supports reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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Posted: July 15th, 2026