Hybrid: Early Years SEND Inclusion Practitioner

Durham County Council; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rewards package

27 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid working

Job summary

Durham County Council is seeking enthusiastic practitioners to join the Best Start Inclusion Team, supporting children aged 0–5 years with emerging needs and their families. Based in our Best Start Family Hubs, you will deliver flexible hands-on support in hubs, community settings and family homes to identify needs early and improve developmental outcomes.

Vacancies cover Stanley, Peterlee, Newton Aycliffe, Easington and Durham Family Hubs.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (e.g. childcare, early years, health, youth work).
• Experience working with children aged 0–5 and families, including those with SEND.
• Experience of multi-agency working and knowledge of 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

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Group delivery experience

Multi-agency working

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Durham County Council is seeking enthusiastic practitioners to join the Best Start Inclusion Team, supporting children aged 0–5 years with emerging needs and their families. Based in our Best Start Family Hubs, you will deliver flexible hands-on support in hubs, community settings and family homes to identify needs early and improve developmental outcomes.

Vacancies cover Stanley, Peterlee, Newton Aycliffe, Easington and Durham Family Hubs.