Early Years Worker

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 We’re Hiring – Early Years Worker 📍 Location: Smith Street, Rochdale, OL16 1XU 🔖 Reference – SCS2079 🕒 Job Type: Interim Assignment 💷 Rate: £18.31 per hour (Umbrella) 💼 Start Date: 5th November 2026

About the Role

Supply Care Solutions is recruiting Early Years Workers to join Rochdale Borough Council’s Early Help & Early Years Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children aged 0–5 and their families, working as part of a supportive and multi-disciplinary Family Hub team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0–5 to achieve positive developmental outcomes and improve school readiness.
• Deliver engaging play and learning activities that promote healthy child development.
• Work directly with children, parents and carers across Family Hubs, community settings and family homes.
• Help families access appropriate services and support at the right time.
• Encourage positive home learning environments and strengthen parenting skills.
• Provide both group and one-to-one support to children and families.
• Contribute to reducing inequalities and improving outcomes for children across the community.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to support children and families effectively.

Requirements

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with young children and families, including those experiencing additional challenges.
• Sound understanding of child development and safeguarding.
• Experience delivering both group and one-to-one support.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Flexibility and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

Required Documents

• Valid Enhanced DBS suitable for working with children.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Relevant Early Years qualification.
• Two satisfactory references.
• Evidence of relevant experience and training.

Why Join Us?

⭐ Competitive rate of £18.31 per hour (Umbrella) ⭐ Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children and families. ⭐ Gain valuable experience within a Family Hub and Early Help environment. ⭐ Work within a supportive and collaborative multi-disciplinary team. ⭐ Contribute to Rochdale’s school readiness and early years agenda. ⭐ Access ongoing support from Supply Care Solutions throughout your assignment.

Referral Bonus Available

Know someone who may be suitable for this role? Refer a qualified candidate to Supply Care Solutions and you could receive a referral bonus. Terms and conditions apply.

Apply Now

If you are a passionate Early Years Worker looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. 📧 Email your CV to: [email protected] 📌 Please quote SCS2079 – Early Years Worker in your application.

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About Supply Care Solutions

Supply Care Solutions is a market-leading Medical and Social Care recruitment consultancy, providing accredited services across the public sector. We support professionals with short-term, long-term and permanent placements across Health and Social Care. We are committed to providing a professional, supportive and compliant recruitment service to both candidates and clients.