Early Years Compliance Officer

The Early Years Compliance Officer ensures franchise nurseries meet regulatory standards, safeguarding, and quality benchmarks through visits, audits, and support. They manage self-audit processes, conduct compliance and safeguarding visits, and assist centres in preparing for inspections. The role involves monitoring adherence to frameworks such as EYFS, Ofsted, and Care Inspectorate, while identifying compliance trends and reporting to senior management. Building strong relationships with nursery staff and franchisees supports continuous improvement and inspection readiness. The officer provides written reports and ongoing support, contributing to professional development and network-wide quality initiatives. This field-based role requires travel across the UK, with options for hybrid working and occasional overnight stays.