Best Start Inclusion Lead

We are seeking a Best Start Inclusion Lead to join our team in Merton's Best Start Family Hubs.

The successful candidate will develop and drive a new team to support inclusive practice across our Best Start in Life network.

The role of the Best Start Inclusion Lead is an important component of Best Start in Life, Early Help and Inclusion delivery in Merton.

The responsibilities of the role include:

• Coordinating and overseeing the delivery of the Best Start Inclusion Offer across Best Start Family Hubs, network sites and community settings
• Supporting strong early identification, inclusive practice and early intervention for children aged 0–5 with emerging or additional needs
• Providing line management for the new Best Start Inclusion Practitioners
• Undertaking some direct work and modelling best practice
• Supporting high-quality delivery across the system
• Working closely with families and alongside colleagues from health, education, SEND, early years and community services

The ideal candidate will have:

• Direct experience of working with children with SEN and disabilities
• Excellent understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage Framework, the SEND Code of Practice 2015 and the Best Start in Life agenda
• Significant experience of partnership and multi-agency working
• Experience of designing, delivering and evaluating early learning programmes and workshops
• Experience of leading, managing or supervising staff

The salary for this role is £41,511 - £43,449 per year, and it is a 2-year fixed-term contract.