Early Years Inclusion Practitioner (0-5) — Flexible

Beighton; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and training

Flexible working opportunities

Job share discussions

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

Sheffield City Council is seeking Best Start Inclusion Practitioners to support 0-5 children with SEND within Best Start Family Hubs across communities. You will work directly with families, early years settings and local services to provide practical strategies and early intervention.

Promote inclusion, build confidence and improve participation in learning and development. The role involves coaching practitioners, delivering support in Family Hubs and community venues, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Experience with young children and families.
• Understand child development and early intervention.
• Passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for children with additional needs.
• Able to coach and empower others.
• Experience in multi-agency collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Identify developmental and SEND needs in children aged 0-5.
• Provide practical advice and strategies to families, settings and services.
• Identify barriers to participation and develop inclusive practice.
• Coach early years practitioners to build confidence and inclusion.
• Deliver support within Family Hubs, community venues, homes and settings.
• Collaborate with education, health, social care and voluntary sector partners.

Skills

Experience with children

Child development knowledge

Inclusion

Communication

Multi-agency collaboration

Flexible working across communities

Education

Background in early years/SEND

Job description

Sheffield City Council is seeking Best Start Inclusion Practitioners to support 0-5 children with SEND within Best Start Family Hubs across communities. You will work directly with families, early years settings and local services to provide practical strategies and early intervention.

Promote inclusion, build confidence and improve participation in learning and development. The role involves coaching practitioners, delivering support in Family Hubs and community venues, and collaborating with