Early Years SEND Advisor — Champion Inclusive Practice

South Buckinghamshire; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Discounts on Cafés, restaurants, shops

Costco membership

Discounted gym memberships

Travel discounts with Arriva

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking an experienced Early Years SEND Advisor to influence inclusive practice across the early years sector. You will work with a broad range of providers to ensure high-quality support and improved outcomes for children with SEND, while operating from Walton Street offices with agile working options.

The role requires strong EYFS knowledge, SEND legislation expertise, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the early years sector including teaching (QTS) and SEND advisory work.
• Expert knowledge of EYFS, SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation.
• Experience working in partnership with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to analyse problems and provide practical solutions.
• Degree (or equivalent) and commitment to professional development.
• Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supporting early years settings to meet the requirements of the SEND Code of Practice (2014) and Equality Act (2010).
• Providing targeted advice and guidance to improve provision for children with SEND and promote early identification.
• Delivering SEND and Inclusion training as part of the Early Years service programme.
• Facilitating Early Years SENCO liaison groups.
• Supporting sector-wide initiatives such as SEND reforms and transitions into reception.

Skills

Strong communication and influencing

Organisational and time management

Analytical problem solving

Full driving licence

Significant EYFS and SEND advisory exp

Education

Degree (or equivalent) and commitment to professional development

Job description

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking an experienced Early Years SEND Advisor to influence inclusive practice across the early years sector. You will work with a broad range of providers to ensure high-quality support and improved outcomes for children with SEND, while operating from Walton Street offices with agile working options.

The role requires strong EYFS knowledge, SEND legislation expertise, and excellent communication skills.