Senior Early Years Programme Lead

2 weeks ago


Belfast, United Kingdom REED Specialist Recruitment Full time

Job Purpose: We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Early Years Programme Lead to lead the design and implementation of innovative, evidence-based services to improve outcomes for young children.

About the Role: As a Senior Early Years Programme Lead, you will provide leadership in the policy and practice context for early childhood education in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. You will review, evaluate, and design early childhood programmes and training, ensuring they meet internationally recognised standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and implementation of innovative, evidence-based services to improve outcomes for young children.
  • Provide leadership in the policy and practice context for early childhood education in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
  • Review, evaluate, and design early childhood programmes and training, ensuring they meet internationally recognised standards.
  • Collaborate with a range of Early Years and external services to extend professional knowledge and leadership in early childhood and shared education fields.
  • Manage the Early Years Specialists and ensure all programme activities align with the organisation's quality assurance processes.

Requirements:

  • Postgraduate level qualification in Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent.
  • Minimum of five years' experience in supporting the design, implementation, and evaluation of early years programmes.
  • Recent experience (within the last 5 years) in assurance of early years training, accreditation, and publications.
  • In-depth knowledge of the policy and practice context in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland regarding early childhood education.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of evidence-based practice in relation to the needs of young children and their families.
  • Full current driving licence valid in Northern Ireland/ROI or access to transport to meet the requirements of the post.

Benefits: Competitive salary scale, hybrid working options, travel expenses reimbursed, opportunity to work on a significant, impactful educational project, engagement in professional development and growth.

Skills: Pedagogy, Development, Early Learning


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