Early Years and Childcare Advisor

at  Suffolk County Council

• Suffolk County Council - Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich or Lowestoft - Community based
• £39,513 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• 14.8 hours per week- Flexible working options available
• Fixed Term or Secondment (up to 12 months)
  Suffolk County Council is different. We are a modern, flexible, and forward-thinking organisation that’s constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. As a Quality and Access Advisor in the Early Years and Childcare Service, you will enjoy a dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued, your potential is nurtured, and your work makes a tangible difference. Ready to reimagine what your career could be,
  Although the post will involve working countywide to develop the vibrant childcare and early education market in Suffolk. It is likely most of your work will be in central Suffolk and Ipswich. Your base will be either West Suffolk House - Bury St Edmunds, Endeavour House - Ipswich or Riverside - Lowestoft, which will be agreed upon appointment.

This challenging and varied role holds responsibilities across a wide range of disciplines including Early Years Inclusion, Early Education Funding, the Early Years Foundation Stage, Childcare Business Development and Sufficiency and direct support to providers to help them improve their Ofsted judgements.

You will:

• provide support and challenge to early years professionals working in the private, voluntary, independent and maintained sectors
• work directly with vulnerable children and their families (including those with special educational needs and disabilities)
• develop quality early education places for children aged 9 months to four years and wraparound places for school aged children.