Senior Practitioner Early Years
| Posting date: | 16 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,879.51 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 January 2026 |
| Location: | B8 3QF |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Spurgeons |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 2562 |
Summary
ABOUT US
As part of the Birmingham Forward Steps Partnership, we provide early years and family support for children aged 0–19 (or 25 with SEND). Our Children’s Centres and Family Hubs across Erdington, Hodge Hill, Perry Barr and Sutton Coldfield offer safe, welcoming spaces where families can access support, advice, and activities. From parenting groups and sensory rooms to health referrals and stay-and-play sessions, our experienced teams walk alongside families, helping them build on their strengths and navigate challenges. We also offer links to childcare, midwifery, and employment support. Whether face-to-face or through our Digital Family Hub, everything we do is driven by compassion, fairness, and a commitment to children’s wellbeing. Join us and help make a difference where it matters most.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Line management, supervision and development of the Early Years team
Leading safeguarding practice as Designated Safeguarding Lead
Overseeing the delivery of 2-year development checks and public health messaging
Ensuring sessions are planned with clear outcomes and meet KPIs
Supporting early identification and inclusion of children with SEND
Collaborating with partners and contributing to Family Hub development
Managing data, audits and quality assurance processes
Driving innovation and continuous improvement in early years services
ABOUT YOU
A Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Early Childhood (or equivalent), plus strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding
Confidence in delivering services in both community settings and family homes, with a whole-family approach
Experience supporting children with SEND and working in partnership with health and education professionals
Ability to plan, monitor and evaluate sessions to meet defined KPIs and service outcomes
Skilled in managing safeguarding concerns and with knowledge and experience to step into the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead
Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills across diverse audiences
A flexible, proactive approach and commitment to continuous professional development and service improvement
As part of the Birmingham Forward Steps Partnership, we provide early years and family support for children aged 0–19 (or 25 with SEND). Our Children’s Centres and Family Hubs across Erdington, Hodge Hill, Perry Barr and Sutton Coldfield offer safe, welcoming spaces where families can access support, advice, and activities. From parenting groups and sensory rooms to health referrals and stay-and-play sessions, our experienced teams walk alongside families, helping them build on their strengths and navigate challenges. We also offer links to childcare, midwifery, and employment support. Whether face-to-face or through our Digital Family Hub, everything we do is driven by compassion, fairness, and a commitment to children’s wellbeing. Join us and help make a difference where it matters most.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Line management, supervision and development of the Early Years team
Leading safeguarding practice as Designated Safeguarding Lead
Overseeing the delivery of 2-year development checks and public health messaging
Ensuring sessions are planned with clear outcomes and meet KPIs
Supporting early identification and inclusion of children with SEND
Collaborating with partners and contributing to Family Hub development
Managing data, audits and quality assurance processes
Driving innovation and continuous improvement in early years services
ABOUT YOU
A Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Early Childhood (or equivalent), plus strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding
Confidence in delivering services in both community settings and family homes, with a whole-family approach
Experience supporting children with SEND and working in partnership with health and education professionals
Ability to plan, monitor and evaluate sessions to meet defined KPIs and service outcomes
Skilled in managing safeguarding concerns and with knowledge and experience to step into the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead
Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills across diverse audiences
A flexible, proactive approach and commitment to continuous professional development and service improvement