Working Pattern: Full time
Working Arrangement: 36.25 hours per week / Monday - Friday
Interview Date/Type: Thursday 16th July 2026 / Face to face
SMART Working: We aim to offer flexibility wherever possible. Many of our colleagues work from home one or more days a week and/or adjust their hours. We call this SMART working - giving you the freedom to shape your working pattern around your life, whilst still delivering great outcomes. Speak with the hiring manager about the range of flexible working options available for this role.
About the Role
We currently have an exciting vacancy for a Quality Advisor within our Early Years Quality Team. Our Quality Advisors are responsible for all Ofsted registered early education and childcare settings. The role holder will offer a wide range of expert advice, guidance and support to Day Nurseries, Childminders, Pre-school Playgroups and Out of School providers, including pre-registration and registration advice and support. This role involves working with our partner agencies to ensure there is a joined-up inclusive approach, and to secure the safeguarding and welfare of our children and families.
The role holder will conduct quality visits to settings and support the planning and delivery of sector meetings, network events, training, briefings and other tailored packages of support that help raise outcomes for children and young people. Through close monitoring of data and outcomes, common themes and trends, the role holder will be a voice for the sector and play a key role for quality assuring early education and childcare provision across Trafford.
About You
You will have experience of working in early years settings as an educator with children aged 0-5, and in a supervisory or management role and hold a minimum level 5 relevant early years qualification. With an in-depth knowledge of the EYFS requirements and inspection framework, you will be able to advise and influence others in putting the principles into practice. You will have excellent rapport building skills that help build professional relationships with providers so you can advise, support, challenge and coach our early years educators in delivering the best outcomes for our children in Trafford. You will be a team player who values and respects the contributions of others.
Additional Information
This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.
Find Out More.
For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.
If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with Denise Hulme at Denise.Hulme@trafford.gov.uk
What you'll love about working with us
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:
* Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
* Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working
* Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
* Grow with us: We will support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you will have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
* Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and "Tea and Talk" sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
* Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Lets Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
* Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.
Key Information
* Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we will need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Trafford Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
* Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
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Make an Impact. Apply Today.
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team shaping a better Trafford for our residents, businesses and communities then we would love to receive an application from you.
We want everyone to feel confident and supported throughout our recruitment process. If you need any help, adjustments or support at any stage, please get in touch with us at recruitment@trafford.gov.uk
After reviewing the role profile and submitting your application, successful candidates will be invited to a short interview to learn more about your skills and experience.
Supporting Documents
Early Years Quality Advisor Role Profile
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