At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire teams to improve early years education and drive positive change.
- Company: Join Angus Council, a supportive organisation focused on community and collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Guaranteed interviews for those meeting essential criteria, including care experienced young people.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Based at Angus House, Orchardbank Business Park, Forfar.
This job is workstyle 5 - Hybrid. You will have the opportunity to benefit from our flexible and agile working practices. This means you will work from home for part of your week and spend some time in council buildings to best suit your work, meetings and collaboration.
As a member of an integrated and interdisciplinary team you will work collaboratively with schools, ELC Centres, partners and each other to deliver targeted improvement and interventions for excellence and equity. You will support collaboration within and across early years, identify innovative and excellent practice and connect professionals to share learning. You will work with Angus Schools to inform system change and continuous improvement.
You will provide effective and visible leadership and innovatively manage teams to support in securing and sustaining the necessary changes in culture and practice to ensure that these teams perform well and in line with corporate/directorate/service aims, goals and objectives. You will set direction for allocated areas of responsibility; engage, motivate and inspire others; give a sense of purpose and role model the Angus Council values.
You must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. A full current driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
If you would like further information about this post please contact Sheena Lock, Quality Improvement Manager – Early Years, by email at LockS@angus.gov.uk.
Please note interviews will be held Monday, 24 August 2026.
You must have the ability to become a member of the PVG Scheme. Please refer to job outline and person specification for further details and requirements for this job.
In addition, please refer to the "applicant guidance" document when completing your application form and to the "welcome to Angus" document and our website https://www.angus.gov.uk/jobs_and_training/working_for_angus_council for more information about working for Angus Council.
We offer a guaranteed job interview to the following people who meet the essential criteria on application for a job: Those with disabilities, recognised caring responsibilities, care experienced young people and ex-armed forces personnel. This also applies to our own employees with caring responsibilities, young people on apprenticeships and placements who meet the essential criteria for the job.
Quality Improvement Officer - Early Years - ANG06226 in Forfar employer: Angus Council
Angus Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises flexible and agile working practices, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. With a strong commitment to employee growth, collaboration, and innovation, you will be part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering excellence in early years education. Working from the vibrant Orchardbank Business Park in Forfar, you will have access to a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and connection among professionals.
