SEND Inclusion Practitioner - Early Years & Family Hubs

Durham County Council; North East; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

27 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Durham County Council recruiting practitioners to join the Best Start Inclusion Team, supporting children aged 0–5 with emerging SEND and their families. Based in our Family Hubs, you will deliver flexible, hands-on support in hubs, community settings and family homes.

You will identify needs early, deliver short interventions, and work with a multi‑agency team to improve developmental outcomes. A Level 3 qualification and experience with multi‑agency working are required; DBS checks apply.

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.
• Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and early child development.
• Experience delivering group activities or interventions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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

Multi-agency working

Child development knowledge

Group activities delivery

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare/early years

Tools

WellComm

ELIM

Job description

Durham County Council recruiting practitioners to join the Best Start Inclusion Team, supporting children aged 0–5 with emerging SEND and their families. Based in our Family Hubs, you will deliver flexible, hands-on support in hubs, community settings and family homes.

You will identify needs early, deliver short interventions, and work with a multi‑agency team to improve developmental outcomes. A Level 3 qualification and experience with multi‑agency working are required; DBS checks apply.