At a Glance
- Tasks: Support childminders to enhance early years education and boost children's development.
- Company: Sheffield and Beyond Early Years Stronger Practice Hub, committed to quality early education.
- Benefits: Earn £400 per day, including travel costs, with flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Dynamic role with training opportunities and a focus on professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and help close the disadvantage gap.
- Qualifications: Experience in early years education and strong coaching skills required.
The predicted salary is between 28392 - 32000 £ per year.
Location: Various (area coverage to be discussed with the successful applicants, but would cover at least one of Sheffield, Barnsley and Rotherham)
Funding: £400 per day for a Childminder adviser, this includes any travel and subsistence costs incurred. Payment will be made to the school or setting you work in.
Contract term: 15 months
Responsible to: Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Lead
Start date: January 2027
Closing date: Midday Monday 14 September 2026
Sheffield and Beyond Early Years Stronger Practice Hub
Every child deserves the best start in life. The earliest years shape future learning, wellbeing, and success. Through the Best Start in Life Strategy, the Department for Education (DfE) is driving higher standards and quality in early education so that every child can thrive.
The Early Years Stronger Practice Advisor (EYSPA) Programme will deliver targeted support to eligible settings to boost children’s development, improve outcomes and narrow the disadvantage gap. An Early Years Stronger Practice Advisor will be able to offer coaching and guidance using their expertise and experience, to address issues quickly and effectively. The EYSPA Programme is delivered via the Early Years Stronger Practice Hubs (EYSPH).
Time required for the role:
- You will be required to complete up to three days of face-to-face training to prepare you for the EYSPA role. This will be between September and December 2026.
- For the childminder offer, you must be available for 6 days per term. You will support one cluster per term made up of 4 childminders.
- Sheffield and Beyond EYSPH covers Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley.
- You will be required to complete up to three days of face-to-face training to prepare you for the EYSPA role. The first two dates are 16th October and 4th November 2026 and will take place in Leeds. You must be able to attend both these dates for your application to progress.
Other details:
- Sheffield and Beyond Early Years Stronger Practice Hub will request references from applicants and may conduct due diligence visits to the settings of successful applicants.
- Please note that the closing date for this vacancy is 14 September 2026. This advert will be extended closer to this date.
Early Years Stronger Practice Adviser for Childminder Provision in Sheffield employer: Nether Edge Primary School
Mercia Learning Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong focus on professional development and collaboration, employees are empowered to grow within their roles while contributing to the success of over 5000 pupils. Located in the vibrant community of Nether Edge, our school prioritises kindness, integrity, and diligence, ensuring that both staff and students thrive in a culture of excellence.
Contact Details:
Nether Edge Primary School Recruitment Team
