Early Years Inclusion Practitioner – SEND & Family Hubs

Durham County Council; Newton Aycliffe; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (home & office)

Local Government Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave (rising to 32)

Job summary

Durham County Council is recruiting for the Best Start Inclusion Team to support 0-5s with emerging SEND needs. Roles are based in our Family Hubs across Stanley, Peterlee, Newton Aycliffe, Easington and Durham, with both part-time and full-time posts available.

You will work in a multi-agency team to identify needs, deliver practical interventions and help families access services. Experience with children 0-5, multi-agency collaboration, and knowledge of SEND is essential.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (e.g. childcare, early years, health, youth work).
• Experience with children aged 0-5 and families, including those with SEND.
• Experience multi-agency working.
• Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and early child development.
• Experience delivering group activities or interventions.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with children and families to identify and respond to emerging SEND needs
• Provide practical advice, model inclusive practice and deliver short interventions
• Support families to access services and navigate pathways, including for complex needs
• Use evidence-based tools (e.g. WellComm, ELIM) to assess development and inform support
• Deliver and evaluate group-based activities and programmes, including stay and play sessions
• Work collaboratively with professionals across health, education, SEND and community sectors
• Promote inclusive practice across early years and family support services
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to measuring outcomes and impact

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in a relevant field

Tools

WellComm

ELIM

Job description

Durham County Council is recruiting for the Best Start Inclusion Team to support 0-5s with emerging SEND needs. Roles are based in our Family Hubs across Stanley, Peterlee, Newton Aycliffe, Easington and Durham, with both part-time and full-time posts available.

You will work in a multi-agency team to identify needs, deliver practical interventions and help families access services. Experience with children 0-5, multi-agency collaboration, and knowledge of SEND is essential.