Early Years Learning Lead: Early Language

Early Years Learning Lead: Early Language An opportunity has arisen to join the Early Years Stronger Practice Hub team as an Early Years Learning Lead: Early Language. Closing Date: 6th July 2026, 12pm Contract type: Fixed term until March 2028, with possibility of extension until March 2029. 4 days per week term time only or 156 days all year round. Team: Early Years Stronger Practice Hub Pay: £350.00 per day, paid directly as a self‑employed contractor/consultant or by agreed release from your existing role. Working Pattern: 4 days per week, term time only or 156 days all year round. Location: Hybrid – in settings, Bradford office and home working. About The Role St Edmund’s Early Years Stronger Practice Hub seeks an Early Years Learning Lead: Early Language to support the delivery of evidence‑informed early language practice across West and South Yorkshire. You will deliver high‑quality professional development, provide bespoke support to early years settings, and work collaboratively with local authorities and partner organisations to improve outcomes for young children. Key Responsibilities Attend training delivered by Department for Education‑appointed subject matter experts and engage with ongoing support. Develop and deliver a locally specific early language delivery plan based on local needs. Deliver Department for Education‑owned early language professional development programmes. Facilitate webinars and support cohorts of educators undertaking Early Years Stronger Practice CPD. Provide bespoke support to early years settings through coaching, modelling and reflective practice. Support settings to select, adapt and embed evidence‑informed approaches and interventions. Work collaboratively with local authorities, Best Start Family Hubs, English Hubs and other stakeholders. Encourage the use of effective screening tools to identify language delays and SEND. Maintain accurate records of impact, progress and key performance indicators. Essential Requirements Level 6 qualification. Experience working with children aged 0–4 in an early childhood education context. Experience working with a range of childcare provider types. Experience leading professional development in early language. Experience mentoring others or using coaching approaches to support improvement. Experience developing and implementing delivery plans that respond to local needs. Experience working collaboratively with multi‑agency teams and local authority services. Extensive knowledge of early language development and evidence‑informed practice. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Desirable Requirements Level 3 qualification in speech, language and communication. Full driving licence. Safeguarding and DBS We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to references and an enhanced DBS check. Online searches will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Eligibility You must be eligible to work in the UK for the duration of your employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr St Edmund's Early Years Stronger Practice Hub