Advisory Teacher: School Readiness R752048385

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Early Years Leader to oversee the strategic development of early years services citywide. The role includes improving practices in various educational settings and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies. Qualified Teacher Status and significant leadership experience in Early Years are essential. The position offers a full-time role with a commitment to inclusion and access to training and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Mentoring opportunities

Career progression

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years recent leadership experience within the EYFS.
• Demonstrated ability to support others and improve outcomes.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development of Early Years across the City.
• Deliver coaching and mentoring to practitioners.
• Conduct visits to assess compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Leadership experience in EYFS

Coaching and mentoring

Knowledge of safeguarding

Understanding of SEND practices

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Responsibilities

Lead strategic development of Early Years across the City, working with partners to implement the Government's 'Best Start for Life' programme.

• Support and improve practice in early years settings including private, voluntary, independent sector, childminders, childcare, out of school provision, Family Hubs and Schools.
• Offer guidance on curriculum planning, assessment and pedagogy, e.g., implementing EYFS.
• Work directly with early years organisations to address inspection outcomes or those facing difficulties.

Workforce Development

• Deliver coaching, mentoring and professional challenge to practitioners and leaders.
• Identify professional development needs across the sector, write and deliver training.
• Build leadership capacity in early years settings and schools.

Safeguarding and Welfare

• Ensure settings understand and apply safeguarding and child protection policies effectively.
• Support implementation of statutory welfare requirements.
• Promote children's wellbeing, including mental health and emotional resilience.

Inclusion and SEND Support

• Advise on inclusive practices for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Work alongside SENCOs and local SEND services.

School Readiness and Transitions

• Help ensure children are supported in their transition to school.
• Support settings in preparing children for the next stage of their education.
• Improve practice in schools and early years organisations to secure an increase in the number of children who achieve a 'good level of development'.

Partnership and Collaboration

• Work with local authorities, health professionals, social services, and family support teams.
• Facilitate networks and forums for early years professionals.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Conduct visits to assess and support settings in meeting regulatory and quality standards.
• Support settings in preparation for inspections (e.g., Ofsted).
• Use data to identify trends, inform strategy, and target support.
• Undertake practice reviews and audits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years recent leadership experience within the EYFS.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Demonstrated ability to support others to develop practice and improve outcomes for children.
• Experience of coaching, mentoring and professional development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, welfare, and inclusion best practices.

Benefits and Salary

37 hours per week, full-time, all year round. Salary: Local Authority Scale Grade 2 – 5, plus 3 SPA points. Work in a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment with access to training, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

We have a commitment to inclusion and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates from specific groups: Armed Forces and veterans, current or previous care, disability or long-term health condition.

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