Job summary
Salary:£34,834 - £36,648
Hours per week:37 hours
Temporary/Fixed term:2 years
Interview date:Week commencing 14 October 2024
Education and Skills Engaging with Children, Young People, and Families
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Early Years and Development team, who work together to ensure the development and effectiveness of early years education and childcare providers across Wiltshire.
Main duties of the job
As an Early Years Pathway Navigator, you will support providers in looking at all pathways available for children with SEND and help support and challenge decision making about which is the most appropriate pathway for that child and their family. You will work with services internally and externally looking for new pathways, co-ordinating different approaches and reviewing its effectiveness. You will also be responsible for the standards of care and education in the Early Foundation Stage in nurseries, pre-school and childminders.
The ideal candidate will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and be comfortable operating in a multi-agency environment. A good understanding and sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation stage and working with young children and families is essential. Flexibility is key in this role, requiring you to be responsive to daily competing demands and to be proficient at prioritizing workloads accordingly.
About us
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.
Date posted
23 September 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£34,834 to £36,648 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
24 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
F0041-2883
Job locations
County Hall
Bythesea Rd
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN
Employer details
Employer name
Wiltshire Council
Address
County Hall
Bythesea Rd
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN