• This role supports the delivery of high-quality early years education and childcare within a Children’s Centre setting.

• The Early Years Officer plays a key role in supporting children’s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, while also fostering strong relationships with families and carers.

• As a key person, the postholder ensures inclusive, child-centred learning experiences and contributes to assessment, safeguarding, and planning processes in collaboration with colleagues and external professionals.

• Establish and maintain a key person role for individual and groups of children, supporting all areas of development.

• Plan and deliver a broad, balanced, and inclusive curriculum tailored to individual learning needs.

• Promote children’s independence, self-esteem, and confidence through structured and spontaneous activities.

• Work closely with parents/carers, including during the settling-in process, providing updates on progress and offering support with parenting and participation in centre activities.

• Carry out regular observations and assessments, maintaining accurate records and contributing to reports in line with internal procedures.

• Support children with SEND, contributing to relevant assessments, EHCP planning meetings, and providing inclusive practice.

• Manage challenging behaviour in line with agreed strategies and liaise with parents and professionals to support children’s needs.

• Administer medical support following training and ensure the safe storage and use of children’s medical equipment in accordance with relevant policies.

• Assist with transitions into primary education by liaising with schools and preparing developmental reports.

• Supervise and engage with children during indoor and outdoor play, as well as during meals and snacks.

• Support the planning and execution of outings, always ensuring children’s safety and well-being.

• Promote equality, inclusion, and respect for diversity, and challenge discrimination or stereotyping.

• Adhere to child protection procedures, including the identification and reporting of concerns and attendance at safeguarding meetings as required.

• Supervise and support Early Years Assistants, students, and volunteers within the setting.

• Identify and pursue own professional development needs and engage in relevant training.

• Use IT systems to produce reports and maintain records in line with data protection and other statutory requirements.

• Follow Health and Safety procedures, including safe use of equipment and first aid responsibilities.

• Experience of planning and delivering an inclusive early years curriculum.

• Proven ability to work as a key person, including experience of working closely with families.

• Experience supporting children with SEND and contributing to relevant meetings and assessments.

• Confident in managing a range of behaviours and supporting children's personal care needs.

• Ability to liaise effectively with parents, colleagues, schools, and external agencies.

• Competent in using IT for reporting, record keeping, and communications.

• Strong organisational, time management, and teamworking skills.

• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection legislation.

• Commitment to equality, inclusion, and continuous professional development.

• Hold a recognised Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

• This post involves working directly with children and is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

• The closing date: 01/08/2025 @13:00.