Lancashire County Council
Early Years Project Officer| Permanent| Part-Time 14.8hrs
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Salary
£36,363-£40,777 Per annum - Pro Rata | Permanent | Part-Time 14.8 hours per week
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This role is not open to international sponsorship.
About the Role
The Early Years Quality Improvement Team within the Education Improvement Service is seeking to recruit an exceptional officer with expert knowledge of early year's pedagogy who will inspire and motivate practitioners working across all sectors within the Early Years Foundation Stage. This is a permanent part-time (0.4 two day post, Monday's and Tuesday's) post from the 1st October 2026, or as soon afterwards as possible. Please note, this is not a term time only post.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our enthusiastic and passionate Early Years Quality Improvement team. Candidates must have a proven track record in improving and strengthening positive outcomes for children. The ability to communicate effectively and disseminate practice clearly and passionately are essential to the role. Creative and critical thinkers are very welcome to apply.
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Responsibilities
- Support and challenge for settings across Lancashire
- Writing and delivering training and cluster / network meetings
- Travel across the county
- Working with other professionals within the service
Benefits
- A supportive, friendly team working environment
- Exciting opportunities for CPD
- A comprehensive induction programme to fully equip you for the role
Application
For an informal discussion, email contact details to james.farrow@lancashire.gov.uk
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- Closing date: 24th August 2026
- Interviews: 9th September 2026
Note: This position is part time, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.
In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.
Note: We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.
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