About the team This post supports the county council statutory requirement to deliver the new free childcare entitlements to parents across Hertfordshire. The postholder will support the existing childcare network in Hertfordshire and to build on these networks to ensure that there is sufficient childcare capacity to meet parental demand. This is an exciting time to become involved in Early Years and be part of the roll out of the governments biggest ever childcare expansion of free childcare which will be available to working parents (eligibility criteria apply) of children aged 9 months and over. The postholder will be part of a team who have responsibility for the implementation of the Hertfordshire childcare expansion strategy. About the role Main areas of responsibility: Identify potential childcare providers to expand provision and support their expansion by accessing the capital grants available. Identifying trends in parental take up of childcare and sharing this information with childcare providers. Set up network briefing sessions throughout the county to support childcare providers overcome challenges and sustainability issues - signposting to Business Support and Workforce Development activity. Ensure childcare providers are delivering the new entitlements within the statutory guidance. Working with childcare providers to expand their provision. Communicating what the new entitlements are with parents and encouraging take up. Engaging with stakeholders and seeking their commitment to the childcare expansion programme. About you Essential: Essential that successful candidate have a minimum of 2 years experience of working within the childcare / early years sector. Knowledge of the early years and childcare marketplace. Knowledge of relevant legislation related to the childcare sector. Experience of analysing data. Be able to demonstrate that they have knowledge and experience of partnership working. Be an excellent communicator. Be confident in developing and maintaining relationships with a range of professionals and agencies. Have excellent report writing skills. This role will require travel throughout the county. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with early years / childcare experience and knowledge to support the sector in delivering these new entitlements.