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# Early Years Information Data and Funding Officer

- **Company:** West Berkshire Council
- **Location:** Newbury, UK
- **Salary:** £29,071 - £33,119
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Cyber Security, Databases, Excel Formulas, Systems Development Life Cycle, Mailmerge
- **Published:** October 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=939f1580b8cc69f8

## About the Role

* GCSEs, or equivalent qualifications, in Maths and English.
 * Experience of working in an office environment and using large database systems.
 * Confidence using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, including mail merge and adapting formulae.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to explain detailed information clearly.
 * A careful, organised approach and an understanding of data protection and information security requirements.
 * An understanding of the education system, ideally including Early Years.
 * The ability to work collaboratively, manage competing priorities and deliver a responsive customer-focused service.
 * A driving licence and the ability to attend meetings at locations across the district.
 * The ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role confidently in English.
 * Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

## Description

This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, supportive team providing an efficient service to early years providers and families. You will collect and maintain data, support accurate and timely payments to providers, and give clear information and guidance on funded early education. You will bring excellent IT, communication and customer-service skills, together with a careful and methodical approach to handling information., * Provide clear, high-quality information, guidance and signposting to parents about Free Entitlement funding for children aged nine months to five years.

 * Support accurate and timely funding payments and maintain reliable records in line with data protection and information security requirements.
 * Promote Free Early Education for two-year-olds by processing Department for Work and Pensions data, working with Best Start Family Hub and West Berkshire Family Hubs colleagues, and contacting potentially eligible families.
 * Support provider data submissions through the MRI Early Years Funding Portal, resolving queries and helping users navigate the system.
 * Maintain accurate Early Years records in MRI ONE and contribute to system development, testing and maintenance.
 * Respond professionally to telephone, email and face-to-face enquiries, applications and complaints, resolving matters wherever possible or referring them appropriately.