Learning & Disability Practitioner - Early Years (0-5)

All Locations; Swineshead; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8 bank holidays (pro rata)

Pension scheme

Mileage 40p per mile

Birthday leave

Training and development opportunities

Referral payment up to £300

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Early Years Alliance is seeking a Learning and Disabilities Practitioner to support children aged 0–18 with disabilities or complex health needs across Lincolnshire. You will plan and deliver engaging early years sessions in centres or family hubs in Stamford, Spalding, Holbeach and Boston, and work within a supportive team to promote confidence and independence.

Advertising salary is £12.79 per hour. Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, enhanced sickness pay, pension

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare, NVQ 3 Youth/Play Work or equivalent, or relevant experience with children with disabilities or complex needs.
• Understanding and knowledge of meeting individual needs of disabled/complex health needs children and young people.
• Proven effective communication skills in person and writing with professionals, staff, early help and social care teams.
• Experience working in an integrated team with social care, early help, education providers and partners.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate high-quality Early Support and Learning provision for 0–5s in Best Start centres.
• Plan and run groups and activities in a safe, welcoming environment.
• Track and monitor children's progress against EHCP outcomes and confidence/independence.
• Support parents to access Local Offer and promote peer group participation.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Client/parent engagement

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare

NVQ 3 Youth/Play Work or equivalent

Job description

Early Years Alliance is seeking a Learning and Disabilities Practitioner to support children aged 0–18 with disabilities or complex health needs across Lincolnshire. You will plan and deliver engaging early years sessions in centres or family hubs in Stamford, Spalding, Holbeach and Boston, and work within a supportive team to promote confidence and independence.

Advertising salary is £12.79 per hour. Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, enhanced sickness pay, pension