Location:  Aylesford/Hybrid

Salary/package:  £55,000 per annum (pro rata)

Contract type: Up to 12 month fixed term contract (maternity cover)

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Senior Early Years and Childcare Quality Adviser is a key leadership role within The Education People, supporting the improvement of early years provision across Kent. The role focuses on raising standards, strengthening inclusion and helping ensure children achieve strong outcomes at the end of the Early Years Foundation Stage.

This role would suit an experienced early years leader or senior adviser, offering the opportunity to lead a team, take ownership of a strategic area such as SEND or safeguarding and influence services at a county-wide level.

Who we are 

The Education People, part of Commercial Services Group, have been supporting people to deliver the things that matter to the lives of children for many years and can proudly say that each of our education services is brought to you by experts in their field.

Our expertise ranges from safeguarding to equality & inclusion, from financial management to professional development alongside a whole range of other areas. Wherever it’s possible to provide education support services, we are committed to doing just that - whether it’s expert training, online education events or downloadable resources.

Why this role matters 

You will play a key role in improving the quality of early years and childcare provision, ensuring high standards, inclusive practice and positive outcomes for children under five.

This is a role where strong leadership and professional judgement are essential, with responsibility for a strategic priority area and for leading a team to deliver measurable improvement across the sector.

What you’ll be doing 

• Leading a coordinated approach to improving quality and outcomes across early years settings.

• Managing and developing a team of advisers to deliver effective support, challenge and training.

• Supporting providers to meet statutory requirements including EYFS, safeguarding, SEND and equality legislation.

• Working with settings to improve Ofsted outcomes, particularly those requiring improvement.

• Using data and insight to identify gaps in achievement and target support effectively.

• Overseeing programmes of intervention to raise standards and improve provision.

• Working closely with multi-agency partners to support children, including those with additional needs.

• Contributing to the design and delivery of training and workforce development programmes.

• Building strong relationships with providers to drive engagement and continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in early years education or childcare, including leadership or management responsibility.

• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework, SEND, safeguarding and inclusive practice.

• The ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a range of stakeholders.

• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

• The ability to analyse information and use insight to drive improvement.

What you’ll get in return

• Salary of £55,000 per annum (pro rata)

• 25 days annual leave rising to 27 after four years (pro rata)

• Birthday Day Off.

• One concessionary day during the Christmas period.

• Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution.

• Life assurance cover.

• Access to Learning & Development opportunities via our CSG Academy.

• Flexible or hybrid working.

Why CSG?

Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue and supporting 16,000 education and public sector customers worldwide. With more than 1,800 employees across the UK, France, Dubai and Bangkok, we are working towards becoming the global leader in education and public sector solutions.

We are expanding rapidly, with annual growth of around 25 percent, supported by a blend of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 33 trading businesses deliver a wide range of services including education management, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and supplies.

CSG is wholly owned by local authorities, and a significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services. Over £77 million has already been returned, reflecting our commitment to combining commercial performance with meaningful social impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.