School Readiness Worker, £19,430 per annum, 35 hours per week, fixed term to 31st March 2018

We are looking for a dedicated, skilled early years professional to champion the Readiness for School Agenda in Tuebrook/West Derby Children’s Centre in Liverpool. The successful applicant will champion, facilitate and develop Universal Early Learning Sessions and a Toy Lending Library. S/he will promote parental involvement in their child’s learning and facilitate services/courses and activities to support parents that addresses the School Readiness agenda in line with EYFS Legislation. S/he will promote a language-enriched environment, undertake home visits to promote Book start, Home Learning and School Readiness, and support the needs of fathers in meeting the needs of their children.

This is a new position. The successful candidate will have at least an NVQ Level 3 in early years, NND, Health and Social Care qualification or equivalent, and have at least three years experience supporting children and families. S/he must be able to clearly demonstrate meeting the person specification (see job description link below). The post is subject to enhanced DBS and references.

We strongly advise you to apply your skills and experience to the person specification when completing your application, which is via our online form below. Interviews will take place in July 2017. No agencies, please.

Closing date: 1pm, Wednesday 12th July 2017.