Early Years Pathway Navigator

Salary: £38,510 - £40,444 per annum

Hours per week: 37 hours

Interview date: Week commencing 30 November 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Early Years and Development team, who work together to ensure the development and effectiveness of early years education and childcare providers across Wiltshire.

As an Early Years Pathway Navigator, you will support providers in looking at all pathways available for children with SEND and help support and challenge decision making about which is the most appropriate pathway for that child and their family. You will work with services internally and externally looking for new pathways, co-ordinating different approaches and reviewing its effectiveness. You will also be responsible for the standards of care and education in the Early Foundation Stage in nurseries, pre-school and childminders.

The ideal candidate will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and be comfortable operating in a multi-agency environment. A good understanding and sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation stage and working with young children and families is essential. Flexibility is key in this role, requiring you to be responsive to daily competing demands and to be proficient at prioritizing workloads accordingly.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Emma Cooke, Service Manager – Early Years, at Emma.Cooke@wiltshire.gov.uk

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Application criteria

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Application process

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