* Do you have a passion for ensuring that all children make an excellent start to their education?
* Are you an experienced leader with a good working knowledge of inclusive learning and development in the Early Years and Key Stage 1?
* Have you had successful experience of working with others to lead improvement?
If so, this exciting opportunity could be right for you!
Weare looking for apart-time Early Years Development Adviserto jointhe Education, Inclusion and Achievement team here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.
TheEIA teamis responsible forworking with schools and settings across Stockton-on-Tees (and beyond) to provide advice, support and professional development. as an Early Years Dvelopment Adviser 0-7, you will be part of the 0-11 team within the service.
A key part of the role is working directly with staff in schools and settings to promote outstandingand inclusivelearning and development opportunities for children aged 0-7.
You will alsobe responsible fordeveloping and delivering professional development opportunities for a range of audiences.
We're looking for someone who:
* Is a qualified teacher with strong Early Years and/or KS1 experience
* Has a proven record of high-quality teaching and improving outcomes for children 0–7
* Can provide high-quality support, challenge and training to schools and settings
* Communicates effectively and works well with a range of professionals
* Understands the EYFS framework, KS1 curriculum and Ofsted requirements
* Brings creativity, adaptability and professional integrity
* Is committed to fostering inclusive, supportive and positive learning environments.
This is a varied role with opportunities to work in a wide range of contexts and creative partnerships; as such, the successful applicant will need excellent communication skills, goodorganisationand emotional intelligence.
This is a part time role of 15 hours per week and the actual salary for the role is £20,228 - £23,793.
For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
* A competitive salary of up to £23,793
* Generous annual leave entitlement with the ability to purchase additional leave
* Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
* Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP appointments, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
Although most of your time is likely to be spentworking in schools or at the Education Development Centre (based in Stockton Sixth Form College)– you can also work flexiblywith part of your week at home, subject to business need.
For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website: https://www.stockton.gov.uk/careers
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Emma Milburn, General Adviser 0-11, atEmma.Milburn@stockton.gov.uk
We are intending to interviewon 16 Mayand you will receive notification throughNorth EastJobs if you have been shortlisted.
We anticipate a high level of interest in this role and may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closingdate,therefore we encourage you tosubmityour application as soon as possible.
Important Applicant Guidance
Accuracy and Use of AI Tools:
You must ensure that anythingsubmittedin your application is factuallyaccurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
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All updatesregardingyour application, including interview invitations, will be sent from ‘DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK’ to the email linked to yourNorth EastJobs account, and will also appear inthe‘My Messages’ sectionofyour account.
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions):
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended).Applicantsare therefore required todiscloseall criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings, including those which would normally be considered spent, subject to the filtering rules applicable under current legislation.
Right to Work:
All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UKin accordance withStockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannotcommenceor continue unless this has been verified.
Visa Sponsorship:
The Council offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles where it is consideredappropriateand necessary to meet service needs. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is not relevant or applicable to most roles.
Council Principles:
The Council’s recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent. Sponsorship will only be offered where there is clear, evidenced justification, such as significant recruitment difficulty or the need for specialist skills that cannot be met from the local labour market.
Limitations:
Where an individual (prospective or existing employee) cannotdemonstratea valid right to work in the UK, and where visa sponsorship is notappropriate, justified or approved, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employee’s visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.
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