Reintegration Practitioner X6 Posts

North Lincolnshire Council; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Relocation package

Flexible working

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Job summary

North Lincolnshire Council is seeking a motivated Reintegration Practitioner to join our growing SEND and Inclusion Service. This role focuses on helping children and young people with SEND overcome barriers to education by developing personalised reintegration plans and coordinating support with families, schools and multi‑agency partners.

You will work directly with children and families, build trusting relationships, monitor progress and contribute to service development.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or above in education, child development, youth work, health, social care or related field.
• Experience of working directly with children and young people with SEND.
• Ability to develop and implement practical, child-centred support plans.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEND, inclusion and reintegration support.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to children and young people with SEND who are experiencing barriers to education.
• Build confidence, resilience and engagement with learning.
• Develop and deliver personalised reintegration and progression plans.
• Support attendance recovery and successful returns to education, including phased reintegration programmes.
• Promote positive outcomes through collaboration with schools, settings and partner agencies.
• Build strong relationships with families and provide practical support throughout reintegration.
• Identify concerns early and implement effective interventions to prevent placement breakdown.
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and reviews.
• Monitor progress and adapt support plans as required.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in related field

Job description

Following a comprehensive review of our SEND service, we have introduced a number of new roles as part of our wider SEND Transformation. These changes represent a significant investment in our workforce and reaffirm our commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. By creating a stronger and more sustainable service structure, we are enhancing our ability to respond to increasing demand, deliver high-quality support, and work effectively with families, schools and partners.

This recruitment campaign offers an exciting opportunity to join a service that is ambitious about improvement, committed to inclusion, and focused on ensuring that every child and young person with SEND has the opportunity to succeed and flourish.

Do you want to help children and young people overcome barriers to education and achieve their potential?

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Reintegration Practitioner to join our growing SEND and Inclusion Service.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who are struggling to access education. Whether barriers arise from anxiety, emotionally based school avoidance, attendance challenges or difficulties within a current placement, you will play a vital role in helping children and young people reconnect with learning and achieve positive outcomes.

No two days will be the same. You will work directly with children, young people and families, building trusting relationships, identifying strengths, and creating personalised plans that support successful reintegration into education. Your work will help children regain confidence, develop resilience and access the opportunities they deserve.

Working alongside schools, settings and partner agencies, you will be part of a passionate and dedicated team committed to inclusion, early intervention and ensuring every child has the best possible chance to thrive.

About the Role

As a Reintegration Practitioner, you will:

• Provide tailored support to children and young people with SEND who are experiencing barriers to education.
• Work directly with children and young people to build confidence, resilience and engagement with learning.
• Develop and deliver personalised reintegration and progression plans.
• Support attendance recovery and successful returns to education, including phased reintegration programmes where appropriate.
• Work closely with schools, educational settings and alternative provision to promote positive outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with families and provide practical support throughout the reintegration process.
• Help prevent placement breakdown by identifying concerns early and implementing effective interventions.
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and reviews.
• Monitor progress and outcomes, adapting support plans where required.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service development and continuous improvement.

What We Are Looking For

Essential Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification or above in education, child development, youth work, health, social care or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEND, inclusion and reintegration support.

Essential Experience and Knowledge

• Experience of working directly with children and young people with SEND.
• Experience of supporting children and young people who face barriers to education, attendance or engagement.
• Understanding of emotionally based school avoidance, anxiety and factors affecting school attendance.
• Knowledge of inclusive practice and approaches that support positive educational outcomes.
• Ability to develop and implement practical, child-centred support plans.
• Experience of working collaboratively with families, schools and multi-agency partners.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records.
• Commitment to promoting inclusion and improving outcomes for children and young people.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to creating an environment where our employees can develop and thrive. We offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Relocation package (where applicable).
• Minimum 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Agile and flexible working opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Employee wellbeing support and benefits.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people and families across North Lincolnshire.
• The chance to be part of an ambitious SEND Transformation programme that is shaping the future of support services.

Closing date: 2 November 2026

Interview date: 9 November 2026.

Please see the attached job description and employee specification, which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Candidates must be able to evidence their right to work in the UK. Please note that the council does not hold a sponsor licence to sponsor people to work in the UK.

As an employer, we promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from existing and prospective employees or volunteers. Recruitment to this post will follow our safer recruitment procedure, which includes requesting references prior to interview and undertaking a DBS check.