Early Years Quality Assurance Officer

Manchester City Council; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Early Years Quality Assurance Officer at Manchester City Council. You'll ensure the highest standards of childcare across the city, supporting childminders and nurseries. The role requires effective collaboration, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to improving early years services.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Learning and development opportunities

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of early years childcare provision.
• Experience in delivering high-quality early years services.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality early years services.
• Conduct quality assurance visits and training opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Presentation

Prioritisation

Report Writing

Education

Early Years Qualifications

Tools

ICT Skills

Job description

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Working Hours: 35 Hours per week

Contract Type: Full Time / Permanent

Additional Payments: Casual car user allowance

Closing Date: 26 May 2025

Closing time: 11.59pm

Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)

Job is not open to previous applicants- **Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply**

This role is subject to -

• 2 References - where possible we require 3 years' employment history.
• Proof of yourEarly Years Qualifications
• Casual Car Documentation- The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.
  
  

Are you passionate about the quality of early childhood education and childcare? Are you eager to make a difference? Why not join our dynamic team as an Early Years Quality Assurance Officer and help us ensure the highest standards of childcare across the city? Through support and challenge we ensure childminders, day nurseries, playgroups and wraparound provision is of the best quality.

The Early Years Quality Assurance Team are dedicated to providers delivering high-quality early years services with a strong focus on partnership and continuous improvement. We take pride in our city and strive to make a positive impact our children and families by providing quality assurance visits, forums and training opportunities for our early years workforce.

We would love to hear from you if you are a passionate and are a skilled Early Years Childcare professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of early years childcare provision and the associated statutory requirements.

They will be committed to delivering exceptional service and improving quality whilst demonstrating pride in Manchester.

A good level of ICT skills would also be an advantage due to our data role in maintaining the childcare section of Help and Support Manchester. We also use databases and lead virtual forums and deliver PowerPoint presentations in meetings.

There is also an expectation that you can work flexibly as you would occasionally be expected to work evenings and weekends.

We Are Looking For a Candidate Who

• collaborates effectively with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for childcare providers and children
• ensure the delivery of high-quality early years services
• continuously improves services and makes the most of available resources.
  
  

You will need to have

• excellent communication and presentation skills
• strong influencing and collaboration skills
• excellent prioritisation skills and ability to manage your own workload
• accurate report writing skills and
• be forward thinking and adaptable with ICT and new technologies.
  
  

For an informal discussion, please contact Sue Fletcher, at 07908259973 and [e-mail] to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
  
  

Benefits We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
  
  

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.
  
  

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

Requirements

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition
  
  

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.
  
  

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What we will need from you if you’re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.This is not arole we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

Required

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Proof of Manchester Residency: For some roles, you may need to demonstrate that you reside within the boundaries of Manchester City Council.
• Police Vetting: Some roles may require police vetting to ensure suitability for accessing sensitive law enforcement systems or information.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets. It ensures that individuals meet basic security requirements and can be trusted with sensitive information
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.
  
  

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other Relevant Information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

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