Nottinghamshire County Council
Early Years Specialist Practitioner
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Salary
£30,024 - £33,699 per annum
Type of Vacancy
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full Time
Hours per Week
37
Work Base
Ravensdale Family Hub, Mansfield, NG18 2DN
Working Arrangements
Site Based
Job Description / Person Specification
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Competency Framework
Tier 7b
Number of Posts
1
Interview Date
27 August 2026
Closing Date
23 July 2026 23:55
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two-minute animation to learn more.
Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in our mission to empower families and children, ensuring they have the best start in life.
Are you passionate about early childhood development? As an Early Years Specialist Practitioner, you will lead and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners. Your role will focus on managing assessments, interventions, and programmes to support children at risk of poor outcomes. Together, we can ensure every child is ready for learning and achieves positive outcomes.
In This Pivotal Role, You Will
- Lead and Manage: Supervise and support Early Years Practitioners, fostering their professional growth.
- Assess and Intervene: Conduct assessments and implement evidence-based interventions for children at risk.
- Monitor Progress: Evaluate the effectiveness of programmes and make necessary adjustments.
- Collaborate: Work closely with families and community partners to provide holistic support.
- Report and Evaluate: Prepare formal reports for meetings and court hearings as required.
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To Succeed In This Role, You Will Need
- A professional qualification at NVQ level 4 or above in a relevant field.
- A minimum of three years’ experience working with children and families.
- Strong knowledge of child development and effective assessment practices.
- A full driving licence (unless registered disabled) for travel to various locations.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Demonstrates dedication to excellent customer care.
- Possesses strong interpersonal skills to engage with children, families, and professionals.
- Can make informed decisions and solve problems effectively.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer
- A place to belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
- Flexible Working: A supportive environment that promotes work-life balance.
- Generous Leave: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample leave options.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families! If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply now to join Nottinghamshire County Council as an Early Years Specialist Practitioner. Together, we can create a brighter future for our community!
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For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Marina George on 07484540612 or by email marina.george@nottscc.gov.uk.
Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme), we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age, or sexual orientation.
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