Remote Interim Early Years Funding Lead (6 Months)

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Early Years Funding Lead to support statutory Early Years entitlements across a Local Authority. This 6-month contract may extend and offers the chance to manage payments and build relationships with Early Years providers. The ideal candidate will have experience with funding management and be a confident user of the Synergy system, ensuring compliance and collaboration within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Guaranteed weekly payment

Personal consultant service

DBS and Compliance service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Early Years funding management within a Local Authority.
• Strong understanding of Early Years entitlements and funding streams.
• Confident user of the Synergy system.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of DfE Early Years Entitlements, including funding.
• Manage payments to registered Early Years providers, ensuring accuracy.
• Act as a key contact for providers, building collaborative partnerships.
• Use the Synergy system to support funding processes and reporting.
• Provide day-to-day management and support to a small team.

Skills

Early Years funding management

Synergy system usage

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Early Years Funding Lead to support statutory Early Years entitlements across a Local Authority. This 6-month contract may extend and offers the chance to manage payments and build relationships with Early Years providers. The ideal candidate will have experience with funding management and be a confident user of the Synergy system, ensuring compliance and collaboration within a fast-paced environment.