Early Years Inclusion Practitioner — Impactful 0-5 Support

Swindon Borough Council; Swindon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Swindon Borough Council is seeking a Best Start Inclusion Practitioner to join the expanding Best Start Family Hub network. You will support babies and children aged 0-5 with developmental needs, helping families access timely support across diverse settings.

You will work with health professionals, schools and voluntary partners to promote inclusion, school readiness and positive child development, in a strengths-based, family-centred approach.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Early Years, Education, Child Development, SEND, Health or a related field.
• Experience working directly with children aged 0-5 years and their families.
• Experience supporting children with additional, emerging or developmental needs.
• Knowledge of child development and the importance of early identification and intervention.
• Understanding of SEND legislation, inclusion and family-centred practice.
• Experience working collaboratively with professionals across services.
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support the early identification of children with emerging developmental, additional or SEND needs.
• Provide practical advice, guidance and targeted support to families.
• Deliver inclusive activities, interventions and developmental support sessions.
• Promote school readiness, communication, play and positive child development.
• Support families to navigate local services and access appropriate pathways.
• Coordinate Section 23 notifications and ensure families receive timely information and support.
• Work alongside health professionals, early years providers, schools, SEND teams and voluntary sector partners.
• Model and promote inclusive practice across Family Hubs and community settings.
• Contribute to workforce development and quality improvement activities across the Family Hub network.
• Support effective transitions into early years settings and school.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Relationship-building

Equality & inclusion

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years or related field

Job description

Swindon Borough Council is seeking a Best Start Inclusion Practitioner to join the expanding Best Start Family Hub network. You will support babies and children aged 0-5 with developmental needs, helping families access timely support across diverse settings.

You will work with health professionals, schools and voluntary partners to promote inclusion, school readiness and positive child development, in a strengths-based, family-centred approach.