Job Details

Hours of work: 37 hours per week Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: Sunday 30 April 2017

For an informal discussion, please contact Gary Langford - Place Planning Manager

About the Role

The role of the Early Years Information Officer is to assist and support the Early Years Funding Manager in developing and monitoring the childcare workforce by offering independent information, advice and guidance in relation to qualifications and training for childcare providers.

You will be a good communicator and able to demonstrate a high level of IT skills including the knowledge of various software packages and MS Office skills. This post requires particular strength in the use of  Excel and the ability to use Access/Sequel databases, including the analysing of data.  A  good working knowledge of the local authority’s SAP payment system is also essential. 

Excellent customer service skills are essential as the successful candidate will need the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people as well as providing support to Early Years Providers.

This is a full time post.

Additional Information

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.

Information for redeployees

If you wish to discuss the above position in more detail or be considered for redeployment into this post, please contact your HR Advisor.