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.

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 

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