Early Years Adviser

The Role: Learning and Teaching Adviser – Early Years Champion with phonics specialism

Soulbury pay scale - Adviser points 7 to 10 (plus up to 3 SPA points 11, 12, 13) TTO

Salary: £34,587 – £37,617 per annum (FTE: £43,233 - £47,022)

Temporary Position 4 days a week - 2 Year contract

We are seeking to appoint Learning and Teaching Adviser who has specialist skills and knowledge in early years practice and phonics. Some experience of transition in to Year 1 would also be beneficial. Prospective candidates will be experienced, skilled and committed to school effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have a well developed understanding of barriers to learning for children from disadvantaged backgrounds The role will include supporting the delivery of the Best Start in Life project as well as supporting schools with improving provision, environment design and curriculum. The role also includes designing and delivering CPD and briefing sessions on the latest EYFS developments. The role could be 1 person or split across 2 individuals depending on their strengths. A secondment arrangement for the right candidate could also be considered. Individuals will have the ability to develop and deliver highly effective support to a range of education settings in order achieve better outcomes for children and young people within Worcestershire, as described in our Education and Skills Strategy.

In this exciting role you will have the opportunity to forge effective working relationships with the School Improvement Team, school leaders and teachers. As a Learning and Teaching Adviser you will be providing advice, coaching support and CPD on all aspects of effective quality first teaching in EYFS and phonics. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference, fulfilling our mission and vision and particularly championing the value of ‘good education for all children’.

If you wish to apply, please look at the attached job description and person specification to ensure you meet the essential criteria.

If you would like to know more about the role then please do not hesitate to contact our School Improvement Leads - Jane Howard via email [email removed]

Closing date for applications: 30th October 2026

Interviews will take place on: 11th November 2026

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?
• Children's Workforce Academy

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.