Nottinghamshire County Council
Early Years Practitioner
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Early Years Practitioner
Early Years Practitioner (Part-Time, Permanent)
Salary: £25,583 - £26,403 per annum (pro rata)
Work Pattern: Part Time (14.5 hrs per week) Location: Mansfield West Family Hub, Mansfield, NG19 6EW Base: Office-based
Closing Date: 12 July 2026 (23:55) Interview Date: 24 July 2026 Competency Framework: Tier 7a Number of Posts: 1
About Nottinghamshire County Council’s Approach
The Children and Families Department operates under the framework of "Our Nottinghamshire Approach", a strengths-based model that prioritises collaboration, children, young people, and families, alongside partner agencies. Learn more here.
Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where families and children thrive. With a strong belief in the power of community, the council is committed to making a positive impact on their lives.
About the Role
As an Early Years Practitioner, you will play a critical role in delivering targeted interventions to ensure children are prepared for learning, building resilience, and achieving positive outcomes. Your focus will be on providing elderly help to preschool children at risk while supporting their families within homes and communities.
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Key Responsibilities
- Deliver tailored interventions to enhance children’s learning readiness.
- Work closely with parents and families to create a supportive home learning environment.
- Conduct developmental assessments to identify early needs and monitor progress.
- Collate and maintain accurate records in compliance with service policies.
- Collaborate with multi-agency teams for holistic family support.
- Engage with families as the first educators, ensuring consistency in early learning.
Requirements
Experience & Qualifications
- A minimum of two years’ experience working with children aged 0-5 and their families.
- NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or an equivalent qualification in early childhood education.
- A full driving licence and reliable access to a vehicle for fieldwork.
- Knowledge of safeguarding practices and early childhood development principles.
- Proven ability in delivering child-centred interventions and working within diverse communities.
Core Skills & Attributes
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills to engage with families.
- Commitment to inclusive practices and evidence of being an ally for early intervention.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-agency environment.
- Emotional intelligence, adaptability, professional boundaries, and empathy.
- Dedication to continuous professional development.
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Why Join Nottinghamshire County Council?
- A workplace crafted to feel like "a place to belong"—valuing everyone for who they are.
- Career progression with opportunities for growth and training.
- Supportive culture promoting work-life balance.
- Generous leave entitlements + flexible working arrangements.
- The chance to make a real difference in your community.
Equality, Inclusion & Diversity
Nottinghamshire County Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader, actively supporting candidates with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum criteria are encouraged to self-identify. We proudly affirm our commitment to Equality Act compliance and invite applications from all backgrounds.
P.S.: Our job share scheme is available unless otherwise stated. Safeguarding remains a central pillar—all successful candidates must undergo appropriate checks.
Contact for Further Inquiries: Lisa Wood 📞 0115 977 3763 ✉️ Lisa.Wood@nottscc.gov.uk
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