At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families in accessing funded childcare entitlements and ensure sufficient high-quality childcare places.
- Company: Join the Early Years, Inclusion and Childcare service focused on improving childcare access across Leicestershire.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements including part-time work, job sharing, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: This is a fixed-term role for eight months with a requirement for a Barred list DBS check.
- Why this job: Play a key role in shaping childcare sufficiency strategies for families in the community.
- Qualifications: A Level 6 qualification and GCSEs in Mathematics and English at Grade C/4 or above are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Early Years, Inclusion and Childcare service as a Free Early Education Entitlement and Sufficiency Manager for a fixed term of eight months. As part of the ongoing school‑aged childcare programme, this role will play a key part in supporting the Sufficiency and Organisation Manager by taking ownership of key areas of work. You will lead on ensuring families are supported to access their funded childcare entitlements, and that there are sufficient high‑quality childcare places available across the county.
Key Responsibilities
- Support families to understand and take up their funded childcare entitlements.
- Work closely with providers to ensure sufficient childcare places are available to meet local demand.
- Promote clarity and consistency around funding entitlements for both families and the childcare sector.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of the childcare sufficiency strategy.
Essential Requirements
- A Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) and GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in both Mathematics and English.
- Proven experience of supervising staff, including conducting performance reviews and supporting team development.
- Strong project management and administrative experience, with the ability to analyse and interpret data to inform service planning and delivery.
- Experience of translating statutory guidance into clear operational processes, particularly in relation to Free Early Education Entitlement (FEEE), with excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage a range of stakeholders.
- Experience of managing complaints in a professional and solution‑focused manner, with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to achieve positive outcomes and build effective working relationships.
- A sound working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and a good understanding of the early learning and childcare sector and its key partners.
- A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, with a clear understanding of how these principles support positive outcomes for children and families across Leicestershire.
- Willingness and ability to travel to venues across the county.
- Barred list DBS check.
Additional Information
We consider reasonable adjustments for applicants with a disability. Flexible working arrangements, including part‑time work, job sharing, term‑time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, may be discussed depending on the role and service requirements.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified and competent persons irrespective of gender, race, disability, and other protected characteristics.
Free Early Education and Sufficiency Manager employer: Leicestershire County Council
The Early Years, Inclusion and Childcare service is dedicated to enhancing childcare access in Leicestershire. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and a commitment to equality and diversity. Join a team that values positive outcomes for children and families.
Contact Details:
Leicestershire County Council Recruitment Team
