Description
The Best Start Inclusion Practitioner will work with young children, families, and practitioners to promote inclusion, support early identification, and improve access to services for children with emerging or identified additional needs.
The role involves providing direct support, advice, and guidance to families and professionals, ensuring that children receive timely intervention and coordinated support.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting children aged 0–5 and their families
- Promoting early identification of developmental concerns
- Providing advice, guidance, and practical support to parents
- Supporting Family Hub and early years practitioners
- Delivering group activities and targeted interventions
- Contributing to multi-agency planning and review processes
- Supporting transitions into early years and education settings
- Recording outcomes and contributing to service evaluation
- Promoting inclusive practice throughout the Family Hub network
The ideal candidate will have experience working with children aged 0–5 years, supporting children with SEND or additional needs, and working directly with parents and carers.
Essential knowledge and skills include:
- Knowledge of early childhood development
- Knowledge of SEND legislation and practice
- Understanding of early intervention approaches
- Excellent assessment and observation skills
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to support practitioners to develop inclusive practice
- Commitment to equality, inclusion, and family-centred practice
The salary for this role is GBP 41,511 - 43,449 per year.
Benefits include:
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working arrangements
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- Professional supervision and support
- Employee wellbeing programmes
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