Head of Early Years

Location: Sir Henry Mitchell House, Bradford, West YorkshireSalary: £74,676 - £85,052 based on experience and expertiseContract: Full-time, PermanentClosing Date: 5th August 2025Interview Date: 15th August 2025 Panoramic Associates has partnered up with Bradford Children and Families Trust to assist them in reshaping the way children and families are supported, putting prevention, integration, at the heart of their services. We're seeking a strategic, outward-facing leader for a newly created post: Principal Early Help Head of Service. This is your opportunity to lead the development of a modern, responsive early help system that works collaboratively across sectors and delivers excellent, commissioned services that reduces escalation to statutory intervention. About the RoleThis pivotal role demands a strategic and outward-facing leader with a proven track record in early help, capable of scaling up services and embedding excellence. You will:Champion early intervention, embedding the Early Help Assessment as standard practice across partnersLead the development of consistent, high-quality early help through Family Hubs, outreach, and the voluntary sectorBuild strong, outward-facing relationships with schools, health professionals, and community partnersDrive shared responsibility and visibility of concerns across agencies, reducing duplication and preventing escalation into statutory servicesEmbed robust tool-kits and assessment practices to prevent families from reaching social care thresholdsPromote parental consent and integrated information systems to ensure appropriate, timely supportLead a system-wide response to complex family needs, supporting the integrated front door approachEstablish and lead a strategic board, aligning activity with the Families First reform agendaIncrease family engagement - scaling from 1,100 to 4,000+ families through innovative outreach and accessible supportInfluence with impact - the role requires someone with clout, credibility, and the confidence to lead transformation at scaleCommission and co-design services that respond to local need, enable innovation, and support diverse families across BradfordEnsure commissioned services align with wider system strategy and drive down demand for high-cost statutory intervention About YouYou will bring:A strong background in Early Help, with extensive knowledge of early intervention, assessment models, and multi-agency deliveryDemonstrable success in embedding high-quality practice and leading transformation at paceExperience in developing and managing large-scale services, performance frameworks, and outcome-based approachesIn-depth understanding of DfE frameworks, Ofsted readiness, and regulatory complianceExcellent relationship-building skills across health, education, and voluntary sectorsA strategic mindset, with a collaborative approach and a commitment to inclusive, family-first support If this role resonates with your profile, please feel free to reach out to Abdullah Faheem at 01174094741. We are aiming to shortlist candidates by the 5th of August 2025 followed by interviews on the 15th of August 2025.

Created: 2025-07-24