London Borough of Lambeth
Early Years Out of Schools Quality Improvement Officer
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Early Years Out of Schools Quality Improvement Officer
Early Years Out of Schools Quality Improvement Officer
Full time - Fixed Term/Secondment until September 2027
Salary: PO2: £44,937pa rising in annual increments to £47,925pa including London Weighting
About Us:
Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo, we are the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength—over 130 languages are spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.
With bold ambitions outlined in our Lambeth 2030 Plan – Our Future, Our Lambeth, we are shaping the future of this incredible borough. From world-class schools and green spaces like Brockwell Park, to cultural institutions like the Black Cultural Archives and medical powerhouses like St Thomas’s Hospital, Lambeth offers a dynamic, enriching environment.
For more on our One Lambeth Values and Behaviours, visit our dedicated page.
About the Team:
The Early Years Quality Improvement Team supports Childminders, Early Years Group Settings, and Out of School Providers registered with Ofsted. Operating on a locality-based model, our priority is to ensure providers are informed about key National and Local initiatives and excel in meeting the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Requirements.
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The team develops and delivers a centralised training programme while also providing targeted support to the broader early years sector.
About the Role:
Key Responsibilities:
You will take a proactive, targeted approach to:
- Provide support, advice, and training for providers preparing for registration, newly registered, or due for an Ofsted inspection.
- Deliver intensive support to providers rated as below the expected standard by Ofsted.
- Offer guidance on safeguarding and welfare compliance, particularly when issues arise.
- Ensure providers meet key regulatory and statutory obligations effectively.
(Provider Definition: Includes Childminders, Early Years group settings, and Out-of-School providers registered under the EYFS on Ofsted’s Register.)
How to Apply:
Eligibility:
Successful candidates will be shortlisted based on how your CV and supporting statement explicit evidence meet "A" criteria from the personal specification.
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Recruitment Timeline:
- Closing date: 11:59pm on Friday, 13 July 2026
- Shortlisting: Thursday, 16 July 2026
- Interviews: Friday, 24 July 2026
Clearance Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS Check: Mandatory for selected candidates.
- Cifas Protection Agreement: Required as part of pre-employment checks. (Further details available here for DBS and here for Cifas.)
Benefits & Commitments:
Discover our employee benefits by heading to Lambeth Staff Benefits.
As part of our commitment to ** safer recruitment and equality**, Lambeth guarantees interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the core criteria. We proudly uphold: ✅ Stonewall’s London Workplace Equality Index Top Score ✅ Living Wage Employer Accreditation For a full list of accreditations, visit here.
Contact For Further Details:
For informal discussions about the role, please contact Jenny Griffiths at JGriffiths2@lambeth.gov.uk.
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