Job Description / Person Specification
Salary: £25,583 - £26,403 per annum (pro rata)
Type of vacancy: Permanent
Work pattern: Part Time
Hours per week: 30, 22.5
Work Base: Arnbrook Family Hub, Arnold, NG5 8NE
Working Arrangements: Office Based
Competency Framework: Tier 7a
Number of posts: 2
Interview date: 21 May 2026
Closing Date: 05 May 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’. Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to serving our community with compassion and care.
We are seeking a committed Early Years Practitioner to deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based early help services for children and families. You will work across Gedling Family Hubs, community venues, and family homes, supporting children aged 0–9 to achieve positive learning, development and wellbeing outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Planning and Delivering: Create and implement engaging play and learning interventions aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
* Engaging Families: Work closely with expectant parents and families with children under three to foster strong relationships.
* Supporting Development: Assist in promoting speech, language, communication and overall development for children.
* Partnership Building: Collaborate with parents as their child’s first educator, conducting assessments and maintaining accurate records.
* Inclusive Practice: Engage with diverse and seldom‑heard families, ensuring every child feels valued and supported.
* Collaboration: Work with partner agencies to reduce inequalities and improve outcomes for children with emerging or identified SEND.
Required Qualifications and Experience
* A relevant qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (Level 3 or above).
* To hold 5 GCSEs at level A*-C (including English) or equivalent and proven ability within a previous work setting.
* Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and child development principles.
* Experience working with children and families in a professional setting is desirable.
Required Soft Skills or Competencies/Behaviours
* Compassionate Communication: The ability to engage effectively with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
* Teamwork: A collaborative spirit to work alongside colleagues and partner agencies.
* Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to the changing needs of children and families.
* Commitment to Inclusion: A passion for promoting inclusive practices and supporting children with SEND.
Benefits
* A Place to Belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
* Professional Growth: Opportunities for training and development to enhance your skills.
* Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements.
* Generous Leave: A competitive leave package to ensure you have time to recharge.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Claire Webster on 0115 8788396 or by e‑mail claire.webster@nottscc.gov.uk.
Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to go beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and is accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly 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 you would like to be considered for this.
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 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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