Early Years and Childcare Advisor

• Suffolk County Council
• Address:Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU Ipswich IP1 2BX or Lowestoft NR33 0EQ - Community based
• Salary: 40777 per annum (pro rata if part time)
• Hours:37 hours a week flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

As a modern flexible and effective organisation were driven to make a positive difference the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us as an Early Years and Childcare Advisor 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.

Your role and responsibilities

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.

You will need:

• a degree and either Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Professional status (EYP) or Early Years Teacher status (EYT)
• recent Early Years practice experience or experience in an Early Years advisory role
• a sound understanding of the early years and childcare sector with a detailed knowledge of relevant policy and practice.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

You will be working within the Early Years and Childcare Service. The role of the service is critical in supporting early years providers to deliver flexible and high-quality care to all children.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Liz Pitts(she/her) for an informal conversation. You can reach them by calling or .

How to apply

Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.

1. Describe a situation where you had to tailor your communication style to suit different audiences (e.g. parents other education providers colleagues). What did you learn from the experience

2. Can you give an example of how you supported a child with SEND in an early years setting What strategies did you use to ensure inclusion and positive outcomes

3. Describe a time when you had to interpret and apply new legislation or policy in your work. How did you ensure others understood and complied with it

4. How do you ensure that safeguarding policies and procedures are consistently followed

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling .If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date:11.30pm 28 September 2025.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #Hybrid