Early Years Speech & Language Specialist

Halton Borough Council; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days annual holiday

LGPS pension

Life Assurance

Personal development investment

Free car parking

Flexible working

Benefits platform

Car user allowance

Job summary

Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced early years practitioner to join the Family Hubs to support language development for children from birth. You will contribute to Wellcomm screening, identify needs and promote Halton’s Speech and Language pathway across the borough.

You will deliver training, engage with parents and carers, and work with a range of settings to build consistency in language development support. A collaborative, inclusive approach is essential.

Qualifications

• You are an experienced early years practitioner with a passion for language development and family support.
• Experience with Wellcomm screening or similar language development tools is desirable.
• Strong communication skills, ability to influence and negotiate with a wide range of practitioners including early years settings, childminders and community partners.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage your own diary and training commitments.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver speech and language development initiatives across Halton Family Hubs.
• Deliver training and participate in network events in partnership with colleagues.
• Identify SEN needs early and support SEND pathways.
• Engage with families, carers and practitioners to promote Halton’s Speech and Language pathway.

Job description

Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced early years practitioner to join the Family Hubs to support language development for children from birth. You will contribute to Wellcomm screening, identify needs and promote Halton’s Speech and Language pathway across the borough.

You will deliver training, engage with parents and carers, and work with a range of settings to build consistency in language development support. A collaborative, inclusive approach is essential.