Planning and Sufficiency Lead

Job Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Intelligence and Sufficiency Service in Bradford. We are looking for Planning and Sufficiency Lead to be part of our dedicated team.  

You’ll be creative, innovative and motivated to work alongside our experienced team with all aspects of sufficiency planning.  

You will have knowledge of the childcare market, as well as how schools and Multi Academy Trusts operate. It is expected that you will have knowledge of DfE statutory guidance around place planning, Ofsted requirements relating to both childcare providers and schools as well as the EYFS framework.

About the role:

The role is varied and ranges from encouraging development of new childcare places, where required, with the private and voluntary sector, to ensure we have a vibrant and sustainable childcare market. To supporting schools to increase or decrease their current capacity to make sure we have sufficient school places across the 

You must be able to demonstrate using and interpreting large complex data sets to support strategies around 0-16 place planning, as well as being able to present these to different audiences. Experience of SEND place planning is desirable.

For more information, please refer to the attached Job Profile. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the essential knowledge, experience, and qualification criteria outlined within it.

*An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check will be sought for all appointees to this post.

Contact:

If you are interested in the role and would like an informal discussion, please contact Diane Cochrane (Strategic Early Years and Sufficiency Manager) at 07582100218 or diane.cochrane@bradford.gov.uk

Employee Offer

Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf 

Equal Opportunities 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

 The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.