Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Learning & Development Manager (Part Time 3 Days) to join our fantastic team at Bradford Birth to 19.

Start Date

June 2025

Location

Our roles involve a mixture of office, field and home-based working (hybrid).

St Edmund's Nursery School,

Washington Street,

Bradford,

BD8 9QW

Short Description

The Early Years Learning & Development Manager will provide expertise in the development and delivery of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) for the early years workforce, and those who care for young children and their families across West and South Yorkshire

The Early Years Development Manager is responsible for robust project management including planning, contracting, budgeting and scheduling.

Annual Salary

SO1 Starting at SCP 23 - 20,019 for 3 days a week. 640 a week, 17.29 an hour.

Main Duties & Objectives

Manage the day to day running of the St Edmund's Early Years Stronger Practice Hub (EYSPH) - supported by the SLT.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Lead on the development of, and reporting against the EYSPH Delivery Plan Develop and maintain relationships with local authority partners, current and past participants to support the wider strategic programme developmentDevelop and maintain relationships with practitioners, current and past participants to support the wider strategic programme development Deliver Early Years Stronger Practice Hub sessions and other commissioned CPD sessions for a range of participants working with young children and their families. Work with the Comms & Marketing team to develop online resources and CPD materials, and promote a variety of CPD across social media and on the website Work with the finance officer and SLT to manage the budget. Manage the evaluation and reporting on the EYSPH, supported by the administrator.

General

To fully participate in company meetings and events as required To attend relevant training as and when required To positively represent Birth to 19 at events To contribute to the ongoing fundraising of the organisation as required Any other duties appropriate to the post and organisation
Person Specification

This role would suit someone who has a demonstrable commitment to designing and delivering CPD in an early years context. We anticipate the successful candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in how to connect meaningfully with the early years workforce, to share complex ideas in ways that are engaging and relatable, and to utilise playful learning to promote positive early experiences that really make a difference to young children's lives. We expect a high skill level in communicating and public speaking with adults, and an excellent understanding of the importance of Early Years.

Given the scale of our organisation and the seniority of this role, we anticipate the post-holder will be someone already working at a managerial level who can inspire and drive this programme further.

We are looking for a highly flexible, hard-working team player who is ready to learn with us, in a supportive, friendly and optimistic team. This post would suit someone who would be interested in developing a career within the charitable sector or within the public sector. You are likely to have had some experience of working with, or for, a charity, or in a community, school, health, or training setting and want a job which will combine the dynamism of partnership development, with the social value of working in the education, health and care sector.

A willingness to attend occasional conferences and meetings away from the area (with full expenses provided) is required, as is the ability to work occasional evenings and single weekend days, when time off in lieu will be given.

Skills & Knowledge

Excellent Communication - Able to effectively convey CPD materials to a diverse audience. Adaptability - Skilled at adjusting CPD methods to fit various learning styles and cultural backgrounds. Attention to Detail - Ensures all aspects of service exceed the highest standards. Organisational Skills - Proficient in managing multiple initiatives and meeting deadlines. Collaboration - Works effectively across departments to align CPDinitiatives with business objectives. Positive Attitude - Fosters a positive, team-oriented environment. Commitment to Excellence - Strives for continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery. Passion for improving outcomes for children in their first five years Passion for improving practice for those working with children in their first five years
Personal Qualities we value in our management team

Leadership skills Ability to think strategically and imaginatively Approachable, empathetic manner Analytical and problem-solving skills Energy and commitment

Duration

This contract is funded by the Department for Education until April 2026. We anticipate that this funding may be extended beyond this date.

Benefits and Outcomes

Working with us is unique! We are a supportive, values-driven organisation. We are small enough to be able to innovate quickly, and to ensure all who work with us are valued and nurtured; and large and successful enough to have influence with and be supported by local and national decision-makers.

The post we are advertising for is a result of sustained growth, and will be a new addition to a growing team.

We are a values-led organisation, supporting the local economy, and we expect all our staff to support our belief that children and young people should be at the centre of everything we do. This means a commitment to community cohesion and social mobility for all.

Working for us means you will be able to access to a Blue Light Card, along with our School Wellbeing Premium Package which includes, but is not limited to:

Physiotherapy Counselling Nurse Support Integrated GP Service Food Sensitivity Testing Mindfulness Support Financial Wellbeing

Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance

Application Instructions

Application Form

Please apply by sending a completed application form to

Abi Traynor abigail.traynor@bradfordbirthto19.org,

alongside a professionally laid out covering letter, and if you wish, a CV. When uploading your documents, please make sure you title each one with your name.

Please ensure you demonstrate how you match every area of the person specification, and tell us how your experience, knowledge and skills will help us grow and succeed.

Closing Date:

5pm Monday 26th May 2025

Interview Dates:

Week commencing June 2nd 2025

Eligibility

You must be eligible to work in the UK for the duration of your employment. Information is available at http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/

Support for applicants with disabilities, impairments or health conditions

We want to make sure that all candidates have equal access to our recruitment and selection procedures. If you have a disability, impairment or long-term health condition that may affect your ability to submit an application, or if you need any adjustments to be able to attend an interview, take part in the selection process or to carry out the job you are applying for, please contact

Abi Traynor abigail.traynor@bradfordbirthto19.org

This will enable us to make any reasonable adjustments. Any information provided will not inform any part of the recruitment and selection process.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: 17.29 per hour

Expected hours: 22.2 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bradford BD8 9QW

Application deadline: 26/05/2025
Reference ID: Early Years Learning & Development Manager