Hybrid Early Years Inclusion Practitioner

North Northamptonshire Council; Wellingborough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Generous leave entitlement

Hybrid and flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Benefits Scheme

Wellbeing support

HMRC travel rates

Employee networking groups

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is recruiting for a Healthy Early Years Practitioner to deliver inclusive support to babies, young children and families within a Family Hub network in Wellingborough. The role focuses on early identification of needs and promoting school readiness through direct work, groups and home visits.

Join a forward-looking council driving best start in life initiatives, with opportunities for flexible/hybrid working and professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience with babies and young children (0–5) and their families.
• Understanding of child development including language and social/emotional growth.
• Experience in community or family-facing roles.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and early help approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support babies, young children and families through early intervention and inclusive practice.
• Identify children with additional needs and help ensure timely support.
• Provide guidance and support through Family Hub sessions, outreach and appointments.
• Deliver direct support through one-to-one work, groups and home visits.
• Support SEND reforms and provide practical support to families and professionals.
• Promote inclusive practice across Family Hubs and early years settings.
• Work with partners to improve early identification, inclusion and access to support.
• Support children's development including communication and emotional wellbeing.
• Help improve school readiness and reduce inequalities through targeted support.
• Use a strengths-based, whole-family approach in line with Family Hub guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Family engagement

Early years experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Independent working

Partnership working

Education

Relevant qualification in early years/SEND/health/education/social care

Job description

North Northamptonshire Council is recruiting for a Healthy Early Years Practitioner to deliver inclusive support to babies, young children and families within a Family Hub network in Wellingborough. The role focuses on early identification of needs and promoting school readiness through direct work, groups and home visits.

Join a forward-looking council driving best start in life initiatives, with opportunities for flexible/hybrid working and professional development within a supportive team.