Early Years Improvement Advisor

Oldham; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldham Council seeks an Expert at Hand Early Years Advisory Practitioner to support Best Start in Life Strategy and SEND reforms across Oldham’s early years sector. The role collaborates with schools, settings, health services and multi‑agency partners to raise quality, improve outcomes and readiness for school.

Through coaching, training and workforce development, the postholder leads district‑wide Early Years Networks, uses data to target improvement, and promotes inclusive practice for

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or an equivalent professional qualification, supported by ongoing professional development.
• Significant experience in the Early Years sector, including improving outcomes, leading practice improvement, delivering training and supporting children with additional needs.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework, child development, SEND legislation and inclusive practice, alongside excellent communication, coaching and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate quality improvement activity across Early Years settings, schools and partner agencies to improve outcomes for children aged 0-5.
• Provide professional challenge, support and advice to settings to improve quality, inclusion, attendance and child outcomes.
• Design, deliver and evaluate high-quality training, coaching and workforce development programmes for practitioners and leaders.
• Support the implementation of SEND reforms, inclusive practice and early intervention pathways across the borough.
• Develop and facilitate Early Years Networks and partnerships that promote collaboration, best practice and continuous improvement.

Education

QTS / EYTS or equivalent

Job description

Oldham Council seeks an Expert at Hand Early Years Advisory Practitioner to support Best Start in Life Strategy and SEND reforms across Oldham’s early years sector. The role collaborates with schools, settings, health services and multi‑agency partners to raise quality, improve outcomes and readiness for school.

Through coaching, training and workforce development, the postholder leads district‑wide Early Years Networks, uses data to target improvement, and promotes inclusive practice for