Best Start Inclusion Practitioner

Brent Council; Wembley; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

LGPS

Hybrid working

Family-friendly policies

Health & wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

Learning & development

My Brent Rewards

Job summary

Brent Council is recruiting a Best Start Inclusion Practitioner to join the Best Start Family Hub network. You will work with families, practitioners and partner agencies to ensure children with emerging SEND receive timely support.

The role focuses on inclusion, early identification and delivering evidence-based programmes, with some evening/weekend work in support of Family Hub activities.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or a related field (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of SEND in the Early Years and experience working within an Early Years setting.
• Knowledge of SEND legislation, inclusion practices and the SEND Code of Practice 2015.
• Knowledge of child development and the EYFS.
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary and partnership working.
• Experience as an Early Years SENCO and/or supporting children with SEND.
• Experience of working collaboratively with a range of agencies and professionals.
• Experience of developing positive partnerships with parents and carers from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience of providing advice, support and professional challenge in a strengths-based way.
• Strong organisational, planning and prioritisation skills, good ICT skills and record-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify children with emerging SEND needs and support timely access to appropriate interventions and services.
• Deliver evidence-based universal and targeted support programmes for children and families.
• Promote inclusive practice across Family Hubs, early years settings and partner organisations.
• Provide specialist advice, guidance and consultation to practitioners and parents.
• Contribute to multi-agency planning and coordinated support through Brent's Experts at Hand MDT clusters.
• Support implementation of the graduated approach: Assess, Plan, Do, Review.
• Facilitate positive transitions for SEND children into early years settings and school.
• Deliver training and parenting programmes that improve outcomes for children with SEND.
• Champion the voice of the child and ensure practice reflects the SEND Code of Practice.
• Promote early intervention and raise awareness of the Family Hub and SEND support offer.

Skills

SEND knowledge

Multi-agency collaboration

Parent engagement

Organisational skills

Education

A Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or related field

Tools

ICT systems

Job description

Job Description

Salary range: £37,692 - £39,276 per annum inclusive of London weighting

Contract: Fixed term (expected end date March 2029)

Hours of work: 36 hours per week

Location: Best Start Family Hubs and other locations from time to time

Help Every Child Get the Best Start in Life

Are you passionate about inclusion, early intervention and supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to thrive?

Brent's Best Start Family Hubs are recruiting a dedicated and experienced Best Start Inclusion Practitioner (BSIP) to join our innovative Family Hub network. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our Experts at Hand Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) approach, working collaboratively with families, practitioners and partner agencies to ensure children with emerging or identified SEND receive the right support at the right time.

As a BSIP, you will play a key role in promoting inclusion, strengthening early identification of SEND, supporting practitioners and empowering families to access services that help children reach their full potential.

Brent is one of the most diverse boroughs in the country, with communities, ideas and experiences from across the world helping to shape who we are. Working here means joining a council that is focused on fairness, open to new thinking and committed to improving life for local people.

Our values shape how we work and what people can expect from us. We collaborate proactively, lead inclusively, embrace change, are bold and curious, and celebrate and share our success. For people who care about public service and want their work to matter, Brent offers the chance to make a meaningful difference.

About The Role

• Identify children with emerging SEND needs and support timely access to appropriate interventions and services.
• Deliver evidence-based universal and targeted support programmes for children and families.
• Promote inclusive practice across Family Hubs, early years settings and partner organisations.
• Provide specialist advice, guidance and consultation to practitioners and parents.
• Contribute to multi-agency planning and coordinated support through Brent's Experts at Hand MDT clusters.
• Support implementation of the graduated approach: Assess, Plan, Do, Review.
• Facilitate positive transitions for SEND children into early years settings and school.
• Deliver training and parenting programmes that improve outcomes for children with SEND.
• Champion the voice of the child and ensure practice reflects the SEND Code of Practice.
• Promote early intervention and raise awareness of the Family Hub and SEND support offer.

This role will involve some evening and weekend working to meet the needs of families and support wider Family Hub activities.

What We're Looking For

• A Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or a related field (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of SEND in the Early Years and experience working within an Early Years setting.
• Knowledge of SEND legislation, inclusion practices and the SEND Code of Practice 2015.
• Knowledge of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary and partnership working.
• Experience as an Early Years SENCO and/or supporting children with SEND.
• Experience of working collaboratively with a range of agencies and professionals.
• Experience of developing positive partnerships with parents and carers from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience of providing advice, support and professional challenge in a strengths-based way.
• Strong organisational, planning and prioritisation skills, good ICT skills and record-keeping abilities.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Why join us?

We Know People Do Their Best Work When They Feel Valued, Supported And Able To Grow. At Brent, You Will Benefit From

• 27 days' annual leave, rising with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles
• Supportive family-friendly policies, including carers’ leave, paternity leave and compassionate leave for eligible employees
• Health and wellbeing support, including eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial wellbeing support, including education sessions, childcare deposit loans and season ticket loans
• Travel support, including affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme and onsite facilities
• Learning and development opportunities to support your career
• Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure and entertainment

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