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Are you passionate about improving outcomes for young children and ensuring high-quality, inclusive early years provision? We’re looking for an experienced Early Years & Childcare Advisor to play a vital role in supporting, challenging and guiding early years settings across the county. This is an opportunity to use your expertise to influence practice, promote safeguarding, and help close the achievement gap for disadvantaged children—making a real difference to families and communities.
Job Responsibility:
Support providers to meet statutory requirements including the EYFS, safeguarding legislation and Ofsted regulations
Promote high-quality, inclusive practice that improves outcomes for all children, particularly vulnerable groups
Deliver targeted and universal support visits, including to settings causing concern
Analyse data, Ofsted outcomes and feedback to identify trends, risks and improvement priorities
Provide expert guidance on safeguarding, child protection and managing allegations
Contribute to service development, market management and commissioning activity
Develop and deliver training, networking opportunities and specialist guidance across the sector
Work collaboratively with partners, SENCOs and wider services to support children with SEND and early help needs
Requirements:
In-depth knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding guidance, SEND Code of Practice and childcare legislation
Experience advising and supporting early years providers to improve quality and outcomes
Strong analytical and report-writing skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and data
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence practice
The ability to organise and prioritise a varied workload, making sound professional judgements
A collaborative, solution-focused approach aligned with public service values
Educated to degree level (with QTS)
GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle
What we offer:
A fair and inclusive culture
The chance to really make a difference to those around you
Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
A unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
Ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
Opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events